Jul 17 2026

Unsweetened Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves4

Make Unsweetened Tea Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Ingredients

Method

Brewing Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or drop in 4 tea bags.

  3. 3

    Steep

    Allow the tea to steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

  4. 4

    Strain or Remove Bags

    If using loose tea, strain the tea into a teapot or pitcher. If using tea bags, simply remove them.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the unsweetened tea into cups. Enjoy hot, or let it cool and serve over ice.

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