Pot Of Hot Tea Recipe
Make Pot Of Hot Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Tea Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat and add 4 tablespoons of loose leaf black tea.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the pot and let the tea steep for about 5 minutes. Adjust steeping time according to your taste preference.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups to remove the loose leaves.
Serving Suggestions
- 5
Sweeten the Tea (Optional)
If desired, add sugar to the tea while it is still hot, stirring until dissolved.
- 6
Add Milk (Optional)
Pour in 1 cup of milk to your tea for a creamier texture, or serve it on the side for guests to add their own.
- 7
Add Lemon (Optional)
Garnish with lemon slices as a refreshing addition, if you prefer a citrus flavor.
- 8
Serve Hot
Serve the hot tea immediately while it’s warm, and enjoy!
