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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Additions
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 2 cups of fresh, filtered water to a boil. Make sure not to overboil, as this can affect the taste of the tea.
- 2
Measure Tea Leaves
While the water is boiling, measure out 2 teaspoons of Japanese green tea leaves. Use high-quality leaves for the best flavor.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Once the water has reached a boil, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly for about 30 seconds. Pour the hot water over the tea leaves in a teapot or teacup.
- 4
Infuse
Let the tea steep for 2-3 minutes. Avoid steeping for too long as it can make the tea bitter.
- 5
Strain and Serve
After steeping, strain the tea into another cup or teapot to remove the leaves. Serve hot.
