On Sat, 10 Aug 2013 19:36:59 +0100, Janet > wrote:
>In article >,
>says...
>
>> Search "hot water dispenser" on the 'Depo, Lowe's, etc. sites and see
>> the nice built in hot water dispenser models that will give you 190F
>> water any time you want and take essentially no counter space.
>
> 190 F is well below the boiling point of water (212F), so such hot
>water dispensers are no good for making tea.
>
> Janet UK
Depends on the tea.
When I make tea (every day) I stop heating the water before it boils.
Most black teas brew best at about 205, many are better at lower
temperatures. I drink various Ceylon loose teas, but the typical
bags can take a bit more heat.
As always, it is subject to taste, but here is a guide
http://www.chefschoice.com/tips_m688.html