Unsweetened Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Ingredients
Optional Flavorings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags into the water.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want the flavor to be. For lighter tea, steep for 5 minutes; for stronger tea, steep for 7 minutes.
- 4
Remove Tea Leaves/Bags
After steeping, remove the tea leaves or tea bags from the water. If using loose tea, you can use a fine mesh strainer to strain out the leaves.
- 5
Add Optional Flavorings
If desired, add mint leaves, lemon slices, or grated ginger to the tea for additional flavor. Stir gently to combine.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature or refrigerate for a chilled tea. Serve in a glass with ice if desired.