Black Oolong Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancers
Garnish
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a small pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium heat.
- 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
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a cup or teapot to remove the tea leaves.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Honey
Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey until fully dissolved into the hot tea.
- 5
Incorporate Lemon Juice
Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture for a refreshing tang.
- 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
- 7
Prepare Garnish
Add 5 fresh mint leaves and 2 lemon slices on top of the tea for an aromatic finish.
- 8
Serve
Serve the Black Oolong tea hot in a teacup, enjoying the aroma and flavor.