Brewing the perfect cup of black tea starts with selecting the right amount of loose-leaf tea. In general, use 2-3 grams (or 1 teaspoon) of leaves per 8 ounces of water for a balanced flavor that isn’t too strong or weak. You can change this ratio based on how strong you like your tea and how you like it to taste. There are several different ways to brew black tea. The traditional method is steeping, which involves pouring hot water over the dry leaves and letting them steep in the pot until they reach the desired strength. Alternatively, gong fu cha is an Asian style of brewing where multiple short infusions are made in a small teapot known as a gaiwan. This technique allows for greater control over the infusion time and flavor profile than steeping does. Lastly, cold brews allow you to make large batches of concentrate ahead of time so it’s ready whenever you want it without having to go through the entire brewing process each time. Whichever way you choose to make your tea, be sure to pay attention to temperature, infusion times, and other parameters specific to that type of brew; these will all affect how much depth and complexity the final cup has. Ultimately, though, try out different methods and find what works best for you!