If you’ve ever argued about the “right” way to make tea, this video is here to gently suggest that all of us might be doing it wrong. Sally, for example, leaves her herbal tea bag in the mug long enough to qualify for tenant rights, while her partner caps steeping at two minutes, uses loose leaf, and adds milk with the confidence of someone who believes they are Correct.

The video breaks down what actually matters: chamomile isn’t technically tea, green and black teas taste different because of oxidation, and caffeine doesn’t always match the color of your brew. If you’re drinking tea for health benefits, green tea’s antioxidants win, though adding milk might block some of them. Temperature also plays a big role, and cold brewing can pull out more of the good stuff.

Oh, and dunk your tea bag. It really does help.

In the end, the “perfect” cup depends on what you want from it.