Jul 13 2026

Tea Recipe

Inspired by Joe’s on Newbury
Time15m
Serves4

Make 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

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Sweeten the Tea

    After 5 minutes, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste) while the tea is still hot.

  4. 4

    Strain the Tea

    If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer into a teapot or serving pitcher. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.

  5. 5

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If desired, add a slice of lemon for a citrusy flavor or pour in 1 cup of milk for a creamier texture.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Pour the tea into cups, serve hot, and enjoy!

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