Hot Tea recipe served in a glass, by la Madeleine
Jun 09 2026
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Hot Tea Recipe

Inspired by la Madeleine
Time15m
Serves4

Make Hot 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 Base

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Method

Preparation

1

Boil Water

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

2

Add Tea

Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from the heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags. Cover the pot and let it steep for 5 minutes.

3

Strain Tea

After steeping, if using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups to remove the leaves. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.

Flavoring

4

Sweeten the Tea

Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the tea while it is still warm. Stir well until the honey is completely dissolved.

5

Add Lemon Juice

Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the tea for a refreshing touch. Stir gently.

6

Optional Milk

If desired, add 1 cup of milk to the tea for a creamier texture. Stir well to combine.

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