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The best temperature for Gongfu tea depends on the tea: many robust Chinese oolongs, black teas, and Pu-erh teas perform well with water near boiling, while delicate green teas usually benefit from cooler water.

Tea can seem overwhelming at first. With thousands of varieties, different brewing methods, and unfamiliar terms like “oolong,” “pu-erh,” and “first flush,” many beginners wonder: What is the best type of tea to start with?