For making 1 gallon (128 ounces) of tea, the typical recommendation is to use about 16 regular-sized tea bags to achieve a standard strength brew. This is based on the common ratio of 1 tea bag per 8 ounces of water
. If you prefer your tea stronger, you can increase the number to around 20 to 22 tea bags per gallon. For a lighter brew, 10 to 12 tea bags per gallon may be sufficient
. Different types of tea may require slight adjustments:
- Black tea: about 16 bags, steep 3-5 minutes
- Green tea: about 16 bags, steep 2-3 minutes to avoid bitterness
- Herbal tea: about 16 bags, steep 5-7 minutes
Steeping time and water temperature also affect the final flavor
. Some sources note that for specific brands or larger tea bags (like Luzianne family-size), fewer bags are needed (e.g., 1 large bag or 4 family-size bags per gallon)
. In summary:
- Standard strength: 16 regular tea bags per gallon
- Stronger tea: 20-22 bags per gallon
- Lighter tea: 10-12 bags per gallon
Adjust according to your taste preference and the tea type
