Why Loose Leaf Tea Beats Tea Bags
If you have only ever brewed tea from a bag, you are in for a treat. Loose leaf tea is made from whole or gently broken leaves rather than the fine dust and fannings that fill most supermarket bags. Whole leaves have room to unfurl, which means the hot water can reach more surface area and pull out a fuller range of aromatics and flavors.
The difference shows up in the cup. Loose leaf tea tends to taste rounder and less bitter, with layers that shift as it cools. It is also more economical per serving, because good leaves can often be steeped more than once. All you need to get started is a simple infuser and a little know-how.
Meet the Mosi Tea Infusers
The heart of any loose leaf setup is the brewing vessel. The Mosi Tea Infuser is a great all-rounder for anyone who wants a tidy, portable way to brew on the go. If you mostly brew at your desk or kitchen counter, the Mug Infuser w/ Sieve drops straight into your favorite mug and lifts out cleanly when the tea is ready.
For iced tea lovers, the Cold Brew Sieve is designed for slow, gentle extraction in the fridge, producing a smooth, low-bitterness concentrate. Finer teas and matcha do better with a tighter mesh, which is where the Silicone Sieve and the compact Mini Sieve come in handy. If you would rather have one tool that covers every style, the All in One Infuser handles hot tea, cold brew, and matcha-style whisking in a single design.
Starter Kits Compared
Kits take the guesswork out of choosing. The Brew Anything Starter Kit is the most flexible option, pairing an infuser with a selection of teas so you can explore different styles before committing to a favorite.
If you already know you love a bold morning cup, the Black Tea Starter Kit focuses on robust, malty blends. For a gentler, caffeine-light start, the Mug Infuser Starter Kit keeps things simple with a mug-friendly infuser and a curated tea lineup. Herbal drinkers can look at the Herbal Tea Starter Kit, while the Mug Infuser & Green Tea Starter Kit and Mug Infuser & Black Tea Starter Kit bundle a vessel with a matching tea style. If you want the widest possible start, the Ultimate Mosi Tea Starter Bundle brings multiple pieces together in one package.
Easy Brewing Steps for Hot Tea and Cold Brew
Hot Tea
- Add one teaspoon of loose leaf tea per cup, or a little more for large mugs.
- Heat water to the right temperature: about 175–185°F for green and white tea, 195–205°F for oolong, and just off the boil for black and herbal blends.
- Place the leaves in your infuser, lower it into the mug, and steep for 2–4 minutes.
- Lift the infuser out and set it aside. Many leaves can be steeped a second or third time.
Cold Brew
- Add two teaspoons of leaves per cup of cold, filtered water.
- Seal the jar or bottle and refrigerate for 8–12 hours.
- Strain through your sieve and serve over ice. Cold brew keeps for several days in the fridge.
Flavor Picks to Try First
Once your kit arrives, the fun part is tasting. For a dessert-like cup, try the Limited Release: Chocolate Mint. Floral and fruity notes shine in the Limited Release: Hibiscus Oolong, while citrus lovers will enjoy the bright lift of Orange Spice Tea.
Matcha fans should not miss the Vanilla Matcha Tea, which pairs well with the Matcha Sieve for a smooth, clump-free whisk. And for a classic that never disappoints, the Earl Grey Tea is a wonderful benchmark for learning how bergamot behaves at different steep times. If you prefer caffeine-free evenings, the Lavender Chamomile Tea is a calming place to start.
Start with one kit, one infuser, and two or three teas. Taste them side by side, note what you like, and let your collection grow from there.
