Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavorings (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, add 2 tablespoons of tea leaves or 2 tea bags to the pot.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Reduce the heat to low and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 4
Adding Flavorings
- 5
Sweeten the Tea (optional)
If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness.
- 6
Add Lemon Juice (optional)
For a citrusy flavor, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and stir well.
- 7
Milk Addition (optional)
If you prefer a creamy tea, add 1 cup of milk and mix until well combined.
- 8
Cinnamon Flavor (optional)
For added warmth and spice, drop in a cinnamon stick and let it steep for an additional 2 minutes.
