Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPho VietBlack Oolong Recipe

Black Oolong Recipe

Inspired by Pho Viet
Time15m
Serves1

Make Black Oolong 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

Flavor Enhancers

Garnish

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a small pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Steep Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 2 tsp of Black Oolong tea leaves into the pot. Let it steep for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, strain the tea into a cup or teapot to remove the tea leaves.

Flavoring the Tea

  1. 4

    Add Honey

    Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey until fully dissolved into the hot tea.

  2. 5

    Incorporate Lemon Juice

    Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture for a refreshing tang.

  3. 6

    Add Cinnamon Stick

    Drop in 1 cinnamon stick for added warmth and spice. Allow it to infuse for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Garnishing

  1. 7

    Prepare Garnish

    Add 5 fresh mint leaves and 2 lemon slices on top of the tea for an aromatic finish.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the Black Oolong tea hot in a teacup, enjoying the aroma and flavor.

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