Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavorings (Optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add 4 teaspoons of black tea leaves (or 4 tea bags).
- 3
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 4
Strain or Remove Tea Bags
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into cups. If using tea bags, simply remove them.
Adding Flavor
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
If desired, stir in 2 teaspoons of sugar or 1 tablespoon of honey until dissolved.
- 6
Add Lemon or Milk
Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or 1 tablespoon of milk to the tea, based on your preference.