How to Use Tea Filters and Brewmaster for Easy Loose Leaf Tea
By Tiesta Tea | Loose Leaf Tea | Cold Brew Tea | Teaware | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Learn two simple methods to brew loose leaf tea without mess: using disposable tea filter bags or the reusable Brewmaster infuser. Step-by-step guide included.
Quick answer
Use disposable Tea Filters for on-the-go convenience or the reusable Brewmaster infuser for a mess-free, full-flavor cup at home or office.
Why choose between filters and an infuser?
Both methods keep tea leaves contained so you get a clean cup without straining. Tea Filters are single-use and perfect for travel, office, or when you don't want to clean an infuser. The Brewmaster is a reusable silicone infuser that sits on your mug, releases tea directly into the cup, and is microwave and dishwasher safe.
Step-by-step: Brewing with Tea Filters or Brewmaster
- Choose your method and gather supplies: For Tea Filters: open one filter bag and place it in your cup or mug. For Brewmaster: ensure the silicone infuser is clean and ready. Check that your mug is deep enough for the Brewmaster to sit securely on the rim.
- Add your loose leaf tea: For Tea Filters: spoon 1–2 teaspoons of tea into the filter, then fold the top closed. For Brewmaster: unscrew the cap, scoop your tea into the chamber, and replace the cap. Don't overfill — leaves need room to expand. Start with 1 teaspoon per 8 oz of water.
- Pour hot water and steep: For Tea Filters: pour hot water directly over the filter bag in your cup. For Brewmaster: add hot water to the chamber, close the cap, and let it steep for the recommended time (usually 3–5 minutes). Use water just off the boil for black and herbal teas; cooler water (175°F) for green or white teas to avoid bitterness.
- Remove the tea and enjoy: For Tea Filters: lift the bag out by the tab and dispose of it. For Brewmaster: place the infuser on top of your mug — the brewed tea drains through the bottom spout, leaving the leaves inside. With Brewmaster, you can resteep the same leaves by adding fresh hot water. With filters, use a fresh bag for each cup.
- Clean up: For Tea Filters: toss the used bag in the trash or compost. For Brewmaster: rinse the chamber under running water or place it in the dishwasher (top rack). Rinse the Brewmaster soon after use to prevent staining; it's microwave safe for quick reheating of leftover tea.
Products that make loose leaf tea easy
- Brewmaster - Wholesale (6 Pack): The Brewmaster uses an innovative design: scoop tea, add hot water, steep, then place on your mug. It releases the brewed tea while holding back the leaves. No separate strainer needed, and cleanup is as simple as rinsing or putting it in the dishwasher.
Brewmaster - Wholesale (6 Pack) - Tea Filters - Wholesale (6 Pack): Tiesta Tea empty tea filters are disposable bags designed for loose leaf tea. Just steep and toss when finished. Ideal for situations where you can't wash an infuser, like at work, while traveling, or when you want zero cleanup.
Tea Filters - Wholesale (6 Pack)
