The amount of tea leaves needed to brew a pot of tea usually depends on the type of tea, the size of the teapot, and personal taste preferences. However, generally speaking, it is usually recommended to use 5 to 10 grams of tea leaves per pot. Below are some common reference values for each of the six major types of Chinese tea:
1. Green Tea: Typically, for a pot of tea, you would use about 3-5 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
2. Black Tea: Generally, for a pot, you would use about 4-6 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
3. Oolong Tea: For a pot of oolong tea, you usually use about 6-8 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
4. White Tea: Typically, for a pot, you would use about 3-5 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
5. Yellow Tea: For a pot, you would generally use about 3-5 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
6. Dark Tea (includes Puerh): For a pot of dark tea, you usually use about 7-10 grams of tea leaves per 250 ml (8.5 oz) of water.
These amounts can be adjusted based on personal taste preferences and the specific characteristics of the tea being used.