Making your tea is easy! Directions for use: Cold-brewing: Add 1 teaspoon of tea to every 8oz of cool or room-temperature filtered water. Seal container with lid and leave at room temperature or refrigerate for 8-12 hours. Strain off solid components which can be added to fresh foods so as not to waste tea leaves, flowers, herbs, etc that have been steeped. Hot Brewing: Add 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of tea to every 8-10 ounces of hot (never boiling) water. Always allow to cool to room temperature prior to offering. Some individuals may need it diluted as they become accustomed to the taste of the tea blend being offered. Tea blends consist of organic matter and, therefore, can spoil once wet like all other foods. It is not recommended to use tea at room temperature for extended periods of time and should be left out as long as fresh foods would be left out (up to 8-12 hours depending on environment). It is also critical that animals have access to clean water for at least part of every day. All teas are safe for animals to bathe in though some staining may occur dependent upon the ingredients contained within that blend. Tea blends may be used dry and mixed with fresh and dry foods but the true benefits come when tea is steeped and consumed as a liquid. Biodiversity Bird Blends relies on experts in animal nutrition to carefully and safely formulate our blends. We do NOT simply mix random items in bags without considering the impact each ingredient will potentially have on your animals. We use the absolute best quality ingredients and inspect every batch carefully. Our goal is to improve the lives of the animals with which we share our lives and appreciate your trust in us and our products. Green Biodiversity Whole Food Powder Directions for use: This powder can be offered in many ways: added to moisture-rich foods like soaked and sprouted items or chopped vegetables, dusted on dry foods like seeds or shelled nuts, or even offered in a separate dish for small birds like finches. When mixing with foods, 1/2-3/4 teaspoon per 1 cup of food is recommended. Biodiversity Flower Forage OR Biodiversity Green Forage Direction for use: This blend can be offered in a variety of ways: added to moisture-rich foods like soaked and sprouted items or chopped vegetables, blended with or placed on top of dry foods like seeds or shelled nuts, or even offered in a separate dish or foraging toy. All components are edible and beneficial. The amount you use will vary upon individual bird's preferences.