Hot Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a pot or kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat. Add 4 tsp of black tea leaves or drop in the tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes for a robust flavor.
3
Strain Tea
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or cup to remove the leaves. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.

4
Add Flavor Enhancements
Stir in 2 tbsp of honey and 1 tbsp of lemon juice into the hot tea. Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
5
Optional Milk Addition
If you prefer a creamier tea, add 1 tbsp of milk and stir well until combined.