Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boiling the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Adding Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of loose leaf tea or 4 tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
Finishing Touches
- 3
Flavoring the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea leaves. Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. If desired, add 0.5 cups of milk for a creamier texture and sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon for added flavor.
- 4
Serving the Tea
Pour the hot tea into cups and serve immediately. Enjoy your soothing hot tea!