Herbal tea (technically called a tisane) should be steeped for 5-7 minutes at 200-212°F (93-100°C). Since herbal teas don't contain actual tea leaves, they won't become bitter with longer steeping. In fact, most herbal teas benefit from extra time to fully extract their flavors and beneficial compounds.
Herbal teas are not actually "tea" in the botanical sense — they don't come from the Camellia sinensis plant. Instead, they're infusions made from dried herbs, flowers, fruits, and spices. This means they're naturally caffeine-free and can be enjoyed any time of day. The longer steeping time helps extract the full range of beneficial compounds from these plant materials.
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