Why Your Green Tea Tastes Bitter — And How to Fix It

Why Your Green Tea Tastes Bitter — And How to Fix It

We get it — you tried green tea, and it wasn’t love at first sip.

 

Maybe it tasted bitter, too earthy, or even reminded you of boiled grass (yikes). But here’s the truth: green tea isn’t supposed to taste like that.

 

If you’ve been wondering, “Why does my green tea taste so bad?” — you’re not alone. The real problem isn’t your taste buds… it’s the tea itself.

 

Let’s break it down.

 

1. The Bitter Truth About Tea Dust 🫢

Most green teas available in stores or sachets use tea dust — the smallest, leftover particles from the tea production process.

Tea dust is made of broken leaves, stems, and fragments. It’s often found in low-cost tea bags and steeps quickly, but:

  • It over-extracts quickly, making your tea bitter and astringent

  • Lacks aroma, subtle flavor notes, and antioxidants

  • Often sourced in bulk without quality control

This is why your cup might taste harsh, grassy, or leave a strange aftertaste.

 

 

2. What Real Green Tea Should Taste Like 🌿

Good green tea is an entirely different experience.
When you switch to whole-leaf, high-quality green tea, you’ll notice:

  • A smooth, vibrant flavor

  • A gentle, refreshing aroma

  • No bitter aftertaste

High-quality green tea is rich in antioxidants like catechins and L-theanine, which support digestion, metabolism, and focus — without the bitterness.

 

3. How to Choose the Right Green Tea

Here’s what to look for when choosing your next green tea:
Whole or long leaves, not powdery or dusty
Single estate or high-elevation sourcing
✅ A light, grassy aroma with a clean, green hue
✅ Fresh packaging — loose or pyramid bags preferred over standard tea bags

 

A Better Cup Starts Here 💚

At Dessoi, we believe your daily cup of green tea should feel like a quiet moment of joy — not something you force yourself to sip through. That’s why we use only whole, long leaf tea, freshly sourced from the Bahani Tea Estate in Assam, and crafted with care by Ayurvedic experts who know how to balance wellness with flavor.

If you’ve been thinking green tea just isn’t your thing — maybe it’s time you tried a cup that actually tastes good. You know where to find us.

Love, 
All of us at Dessoi

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