Description
Steeping is a thermal technique used to extract flavors and aromas from ingredients by soaking them in hot water.
Technical
Steeping involves the diffusion of flavors and aromas from ingredients into hot water through a process called infusion, and can be affected by factors such as ingredient quality, water quality, and steeping time. The optimal steeping time and temperature can vary depending on the type of ingredient being used.
Science
Primary Reaction
infusion
Parameters
Temperature
90°C optimal
70°C to 100°C range
Temperature may vary depending on the type of ingredient being steeped.
Time
5 minutes
3 minutes – 10 minutes
Equipment
TeapotInfuserCup