Unsweetened Tea Recipe
Make Unsweetened 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
Optional Additions
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove it from heat. Add 4 teaspoons of loose black tea leaves or 4 tea bags into the hot water. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Leaves/Bags
After steeping, remove the tea leaves or tea bags from the water. If using loose leaves, you may strain the tea using a fine mesh sieve.
Serving the Tea
- 4
Cool or Serve Hot
You can serve the tea hot or allow it to cool to room temperature before refrigerating it for iced tea. For iced tea, pour the brewed tea over ice cubes in a glass.
- 5
Add Optional Flavors
Garnish with lemon slices or fresh mint leaves as desired for added flavor.
- 6
Enjoy
Serve the unsweetened tea in cups or glasses and enjoy your refreshing beverage!