Ol' Reliable Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancers
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves. Cover the saucepan and let it steep for 5 minutes.
- 3
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea leaves from the liquid using a fine mesh strainer or a tea infuser.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar until fully dissolved.
- 5
Incorporate Lemon Juice
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the sweetened tea and stir well.
- 6
Garnish with Mint
Add 5 fresh mint leaves to the tea for an aromatic touch. Optionally, muddle the mint leaves for a stronger flavor.
