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Ingredients
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Tea Types
Water
Optional Additions
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a boil. The ideal temperature for green tea is around 175°F (80°C), for Earl Grey and Oolong about 200°F (93°C), and for Jasmine about 185°F (85°C).
- 2
Measure Tea Leaves
Measure out 2 tsp of Green, Earl Grey, Oolong, and Jasmine tea leaves into separate tea infusers or a teapot. For mint tea, measure 1 tablespoon of fresh mint leaves.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Pour the boiling water over the tea leaves in the infusers or teapot. Let steep for 3-5 minutes depending on the type of tea. Green tea should steep for 2-3 minutes, Earl Grey and Oolong for 4-5 minutes, and Jasmine for 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Remove the Leaves
After the steeping time, carefully remove the infusers or strain the tea to discard the leaves.