Household batteries (the usual suspects: AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt) can be recycled through battery retailers like Batteries Plus. While you save up enough old batteries to make it worth a disposal trip, keep your dead batteries in a dry place that's out of reach of kids.
Water temperature is vital. Doing it correctly, you can make what many say is the perfect cup of coffee. Ideally, you want the temperature between 195 and 200 degrees F. One way to do this is to boil the water and use an âinstant readâ thermometer from any kitchen store.
The temperature used for brewing tea depends on the type of tea, but may range from 75Â°C for white teas, to 80Â°C for green tea, to 90Â°C for Oolong teas and full boiling temperature for black teas. Hot tea is normally drinkable at between 60Â°C and 65Â°C (140 to 150Â°F). It cools from the temperature at which it is brewed, especially if milk is added. The water for tea is normally brought to a full boil before the brewing process.