How to Make Large Batch Kratom Tea

Method 1: Concentrated Tea

Makes 14 servings, 1/2 cup per serving

Ingredients

• 1 box of kratom tea bags (14 tea bags)
• 9.5 cups cold, filtered water
• Optional: Juice of 2 limes or 1 lemon

Equipment

• Medium pot (4 quarts)
• Large heat-safe jar or pitcher (at least 7 cups)

Directions

1. Add your kratom tea bags to the pot.
2. Optional: Pour lemon/lime juice over the tea bags.
3. Add water to the pot and bring it to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce heat to a low simmer.
4. Leave over heat for 15-25 minutes (longer = stronger). During this time, once approximately two cups of water have boiled off, cover the pot.
5. Remove from heat. Allow to cool, then remove the tea bags.
6. Transfer tea to your heat-safe jar or pitcher and store it in the fridge. Refrigerated tea will last for 3-7 days.
7. Rebrew your tea bags to make a weaker second batch if desired.
8. When you’re ready to serve your tea, add sweetener to taste, or use the tea in your favorite specialty kratom tea recipe.

Method 2: Regular Strength Tea

Makes 14 servings, 1 cup per serving

Ingredients

• 1 box of kratom tea bags (14 tea bags)
• 14.5 cups cold, filtered water
• Optional: 2 limes or 1 lemon

Equipment

• Large pot (5-6 quarts)
• Large heat-safe jar or pitcher (at least 14 cups)

Directions

1. Add your kratom tea bags to the large pot.
2. Optional: Pour the juice from one lemon over the tea bags.
3. Add water to the pot and bring it to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce heat to a low simmer.
4. Cover and leave over heat for 15-25 minutes (longer = stronger).
5. Remove from heat. Allow to cool, then remove the tea bags.
6. Transfer tea to your heat-safe jar or pitcher and store it in the fridge. Refrigerated tea will last for 3-7 days.
7. Rebrew your tea bags to make a weaker second batch if desired.
8. When you’re ready to serve your tea, add sweetener to taste, or use the tea in your favorite specialty kratom tea recipe.

Method 3: Loose Leaf Large Batch Kratom Brew

Makes 14 servings, 1/2 cup per serving

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz crushed-leaf kratom
• 9.5 cups cold, filtered water
• Optional: Juice of 2 limes or 1 lemon

Equipment

• Medium pot (4 quarts)
• Cheesecloth and metal strainer or fine mesh strainer bag with handle
• Large heat-safe jar or pitcher (at least 7 cups)

Directions

1. Add your crushed-leaf kratom to the pot.
2. Optional: Pour lemon/lime juice over the tea.
3. Add water to the pot and bring it to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce heat to a low simmer.
4. Leave over heat for 15-25 minutes (longer = stronger). During this time, once approximately two cups of water have boiled off, cover the pot.
5. Remove from heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes.
6. If using a cheesecloth, fold it twice to create four layers, then place it in your metal strainer. Position the metal strainer with cheesecloth or the mesh strainer bag over your jar or pitcher and carefully pour the tea through the strainer. Pause occasionally to rinse the strainer if it fills with tea leaves so the tea doesn’t spill. If the tea still has a lot of particles in it, rinse out your pot and transfer the filtered tea back into to the pot. Rinse your strainer, then repeat this step.
7. Store tea in the fridge. Refrigerated tea will last for 3-7 days.
8. Rebrew your tea bags to make a weaker second batch if desired.
9. When you’re ready to serve your tea, add sweetener to taste, or use the tea in your favorite specialty kratom tea recipe.

Large Batch Kratom Tea Brewing FAQs

1. Is the tea ready for drinking after you steep it?
2. What recipes can you make with large batches of tea?
3. How many servings of tea can you make when batch brewing?
4. What do you do if any tea bags break in the pot?
   
5. How do you store large batches of tea?
6. Can you use loose leaf kratom instead of tea bags?
7. Can you use kratom powder instead of crushed-leaf tea bags?
8. How long will a large batch of tea last?
9. Can you brew large batches of kratom using a percolator or coffee maker?
10. Are there any health considerations you should be aware of?
    
11. Can you reuse already-brewed tea bags to make another batch?
12. What’s the origin of brewing kratom leaves in large batches?

Is the tea ready for drinking after you steep it?

Kratom tea is quite bitter, so depending on your taste preferences, you may want to customize each serving before drinking it. Try playing around with your favorite sweeteners, fruit juices, fizzy drinks, and specialty recipes.

What recipes can you make with large batches of tea?

Regular-strength large batch kratom tea is great for hot and iced teas as well as kratom smoothies. Concentrated batches are perfect for lattes or non-alcoholic tea-infused cocktails.

You can find all of our kratom tea recipes here.

How many servings of tea can you make when batch brewing?

We use 14 kratom tea bags in our large batch kratom tea recipe, as that’s the amount in one box of kratom tea. 14 tea bags have 42 grams (about 1.5 oz) of crushed-leaf kratom. All recipes below make 14 servings of kratom tea, but if you want to make more or less, here’s the key:

• 1 cup (8 oz) servings: Use 1 cup of water per tea bag + 1/2 cup of water
• 1/2 cup (4 oz) servings: Use 1 cup of water for every 2 tea bags + 2-3 additional cups of water which will boil off when brewing
• 1/3 cup (2.67 oz) servings: Use 1 cup of water for every 3 tea bags + 2-3 additional cups of water which will boil off when brewing
• 1.5 cup (12 oz) servings: use 1.5 cups of water for every tea bag + 1/2 cup of water

What do you do if any tea bags break in the pot?

Our plant-fiber tea bags are very strong, and typically don’t break after 25-35 minutes of brewing. Your tea bags may expand if the pot is covered on high heat. To prevent them from breaking, simply lower the heat, and remove the lid for a few minutes.

If one does break, finish brewing your tea and let it cool. Place a fine mesh strainer above your jar lid and pour the tea through the strainer.

How do you store large batches of tea?

Make sure you have a sealable jar or pitcher to store your tea. You can also split your tea into small jars with 1-2 servings each, which can make it more convenient to drink.

Can you use loose leaf kratom instead of kratom tea bags?

Yes! It’s not the easiest method, but it’s doable. You’ll just need some extra equipment to batch-brew with loose-leaf tea:

• A food scale
• A cheesecloth and metal strainer, a fine mesh strainer bag, or disposable tea filter bags

You can alternatively place the loose-leaf tea in a few disposable tea filter bags to skip the straining step, but take care when choosing your disposable tea bags. Many are too small for batch brewing and don’t have seals, so they won’t hold up when boiled. Those that can be sealed may have plastic or glue residues which can get into your tea.

Can you use kratom powder instead of crushed-leaf tea bags?

It is possible to make large batches of tea with kratom powder. However, your tea will likely be murkier and grittier than if you use crushed-leaf tea. The finely ground kratom particles can easily pass through most cheesecloths and tea filters.

To brew with powder, use Method 3 above and swap loose-leaf with powder. Because powder has a much larger surface area than crushed-leaf kratom, you may not need to use as much kratom per batch.

Related: How to Choose Between Kratom Powder and Tea

How long will a large batch of tea last?

Most large batches of kratom tea will last 4-7 days in the fridge. More acidic brews (with added citric acid or apple cider vinegar) may not last as long as plain kratom tea brews. Make sure to store your tea in the fridge to prevent spoilage.

Side note: Researchers have studied how long kratom alkaloids last in solutions with varying levels of acidity at varying temperatures. They found that no mitragynine degraded after 8 hours between pH 4 and 6 at 40°C/39.2°F (which is a typical refrigeration temperature). Multi-day studies haven’t been performed yet, but more research is currently in progress.

If you’re going to store the tea for longer than 5 days, we recommend freezing your tea. Frozen kratom tea will stay good for a few weeks before thawing, so this is a great long-term storage option. You can even freeze the tea in an ice tray and use the frozen kratom ice cubes in iced kratom tea.

Related: Complete Guide to Kratom Expiration Dates and Storage Tips

Can you brew large batches of kratom using a percolator or coffee maker?

Automatic coffee makers and percolators typically don’t have a long enough brewing time to properly extract the active compounds in kratom from the leaves. While caffeine and other compounds that make up coffee are highly water-soluble, kratom alkaloids are not. Thus, running hot water over them isn’t typically effective.

If you do have a classic stovetop percolator, you may be able to use it to make tea. Expect it to be weaker than when following our recommended process.

Are there any health considerations you should be aware of?

Kratom tea has a number of mental and physical benefits, but it isn’t right for everyone. Speak to your healthcare provider before adding kratom to your routine. This is especially important if you take any medications, have any health issues, or are pregnant or nursing.

Can you reuse already-brewed tea bags to make another batch?

Yes, you can reuse kratom tea bags to make a second batch. The second brew will likely be weaker than the first. Nevertheless, it’s an effective way to make the most out of your kratom tea bags. You can use 1/2 to 2/3 the amount of water for your second steep to make typical-strength servings.

What’s the origin of brewing kratom leaves in large batches?

Our batch-brewing techniques are inspired and adapted from cultural kratom tea traditions in Thailand. In the historical records of kratom tea consumption in Southeast Asia, it’s almost always discussed as a group activity.

This is a really interesting difference to how most US consumers use kratom. In the US, individual kratom consumers buy and use kratom without much social fanfare. Aside from at kava bars, it’s a private practice, rarely discussed in a group setting.

Considering the wellness benefits of spending time with friends and family and the cross-cultural custom of sharing food and drink, we love the communal approach to kratom tea.

Cheers to Easier Brewing

We hope these batch brewing recipes help make your days easier and make your kratom routine more enjoyable.

Still new to kratom and want to learn more about tea types, brewing methods, serving sizes, or kratom chemistry? Don’t forget to browse our other essential kratom guides.