Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements
Garnish (optional)
Method
Prepare Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 4 teaspoons of black tea leaves or 4 tea bags to the hot water. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Strain Tea
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or heatproof pitcher to remove the leaves. If using tea bags, simply remove them.
Flavoring
- 4
Add Sweeteners
Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of honey into the hot tea until fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice and Milk
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 0.5 cups of milk to the tea. Stir well to combine.
Serve and Garnish
- 6
Garnish (optional)
If desired, add a cinnamon stick or fresh mint leaves to the tea for an extra flavor boost.
- 7
Serve
Pour the hot tea into cups and serve immediately while hot.
