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 Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boiling Water
Pour 4 cups of water into a kettle and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steeping the Tea
Once the water reaches boiling point, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags. Cover the kettle and let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 3
Straining the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out the tea leaves. Pour the brewed tea into a teapot or directly into serving glasses.
Serving the Tea
- 4
Adding Optional Ingredients
If desired, add lemon slices, fresh mint leaves, or ice cubes to individual glasses of tea for added flavor.
- 5
Enjoying the Tea
Serve the tea hot or cold based on your preference. Enjoy your refreshing unsweetened tea!

