How to Brew Vitality Tea for an Energy Boost

By Love Tea - Certified Organic Tea – LOVE TEA | Published: 2026-10-19

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to brew vitality tea bags or loose leaf for a natural energy boost. This guide covers water temperature, steeping time, and common mistakes.

Quick answer

For the best energy boost, brew Vitality Pyramid Tea Bags in water just off the boil (195-205°F) for 5-7 minutes. This extracts the active compounds from Siberian ginseng and astragalus without bitterness.

Why brewing method matters for energy tea

Vitality tea relies on herbal roots like Siberian ginseng, licorice root, and astragalus. These need hotter water and longer steeping than delicate green or black teas to release their restorative compounds. Too short a steep and you get a weak, ineffective cup; too long or too hot and the licorice root can turn cloying.

Pyramid tea bags vs. loose leaf: a quick note

Pyramid tea bags give the herbs more room to expand than flat bags, so you get better water flow and extraction. If you use loose leaf, use a similar volume (about 1 heaped teaspoon per 8 oz cup) and the same brewing time.

Step-by-step brewing guide

Step 1: Heat fresh water to 195-205°F (just off the boil): Bring filtered water to a rolling boil, then let it sit for 30 seconds. Pour over your Vitality Pyramid Tea Bag or loose leaf in a mug or teapot. Using boiling water can scorch the herbs and make the licorice root taste harsh. Checkpoint: If you don't have a thermometer, let the kettle sit for 30 seconds after boiling.
Step 2: Steep for 5-7 minutes without stirring: Place the tea bag or infuser in the water and let it steep undisturbed. Set a timer. Stirring can over-extract the licorice root, making the tea overly sweet. Steeping less than 5 minutes won't extract enough of the Siberian ginseng and astragalus for an energy lift. Common mistake: Removing the bag early because the color looks dark enough—herbal roots release their benefits slowly, so trust the timer.
Step 3: Remove the bag or infuser and enjoy: Take out the pyramid tea bag or infuser after 5-7 minutes. Do not squeeze the bag—that forces bitter tannins into the cup. If you prefer a milder flavor, stop at 5 minutes; for a stronger tonic effect, go to 7 minutes. Empty

Product facts

Vitality Pyramid Tea Bags: Our naturopath has carefully selected this blend of organic herbs, to restore vitality and support energy production. Siberian ginseng, licorice root and astragalus, offer therapeutic qualities that have traditionally been used to enhance energy production, to reduce fatigue and help support physical endurance. These specific roots need a full 5-7 minute steep to release their active compounds; shorter steeping leaves you with a weak, ineffective cup.
Vitality Pyramid Tea Bags