Jul 14 2026

Tea Recipe

Time15m
Serves2

Sweet or Un-Sweet

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Sweetener (Optional)

Flavorings (Optional)

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Steep Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

  3. 3

    Remove Tea Bags

    After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.

Sweetening and Flavoring the Tea

  1. 4

    Add Sweetener (if desired)

    If you prefer sweet tea, add your choice of sweetener (sugar, honey, or stevia) to the hot tea. Stir well until dissolved.

  2. 5

    Add Flavorings (if desired)

    For added flavor, squeeze in fresh lemon juice or add fresh mint leaves to the tea. Stir gently.

Serving the Tea

  1. 6

    Cool and Serve

    Let the tea cool for a few minutes before serving. You can serve it hot or chill it in the refrigerator for iced tea.

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