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Fresh Brewed Tea Recipe

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Time15m
Serves4

Make Fresh Brewed Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Flavor Enhancements

Method

Preparing the Tea

1

Boil the Water

In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a boil over medium heat.

2

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.

3

Remove Tea Leaves

After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer.

Flavoring the Tea

4

Add Flavor Enhancements

Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and sweeten with honey or sugar to taste. Adjust sweetness according to your preference.

5

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.

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