I am sensitive to strong flavors. How can I adjust the brewing to suit my preference?

If you find some herbal teas or berry flavors too intense, this blend can be easily tailored. The main factors you control are the amount of tea, the steeping time, and the water temperature.

Amount: Begin by breaking off a smaller piece of the brick than you might normally use—about half the suggested size. A little goes a long way, especially since the tea is compacted.

Steeping time: This is the most effective control. Instead of 3-5 minutes, try a very short infusion of 60-90 seconds for the first cup. Taste it. If it's too mild, you can let the same leaves steep longer for the next infusion or add 30 seconds to your initial time next brew.

Water temperature: Using water slightly below boiling (around 90-95°C or 195-205°F) can yield a gentler, less extracted brew, muting some of the sharper tart notes from the sea buckthorn while still pulling flavor from the fermented leaves.

Multiple infusions: Since the brick format allows for repeated steeping, you can purposefully make several very light brews (e.g., 1 minute each) rather than one strong one. This often reveals a more delicate progression of flavors. Remember, you can always add more tea or time, but you can't take it away once steeped. It's best to start light and adjust upward based on your taste. As with introducing any new food or drink into your routine, pay attention to how it suits you.