Fresh Brewed Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Preparing the Tea
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a boil over medium heat.
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of loose leaf black tea or 4 tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
Remove Tea Leaves
After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer.
Flavoring the Tea
Garnish and Serve
Add fresh mint leaves to the tea for an aromatic touch. Serve the tea hot or let it cool and serve over ice.
