Church Tea (special Blend Tea) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Tea Blend
Herbs and Spices
Sweeteners and Flavorings
Method
Preparing the Tea Base
- 1
Combine Tea Leaves
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black tea leaves and green tea leaves. Mix them well to create an even blend.
- 2
Store the Blend
Transfer the tea blend to an airtight container and set aside.
Infusing the Tea
- 3
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 4
Add Ingredients
Once the water is boiling, add the tea blend, chamomile flowers, lavender, cinnamon stick, and mint leaves.
- 5
Steep the Tea
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher.
- 7
Add Sweeteners
Stir in honey, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
- 8
Serve
Serve the tea warm or chilled over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves if desired.