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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (Optional)
Flavoring (Optional)
Method
Preparing the Tea Base
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves (or 4 tea bags) to the pot.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Remove the pot from heat and let the tea steep for 5-10 minutes depending on your desired strength.
- 4
Strain the Tea
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or pitcher, discarding the leaves. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.
Sweetening the Tea
- 5
Flavoring the Tea
- 6
Add Flavoring (Optional)
If desired, add lemon juice for a citrusy flavor or fresh mint leaves for a refreshing taste.
Serving the Tea
- 7
Chill or Serve Warm
You can serve the tea warm or chill it in the refrigerator for iced tea. Adjust sweetness if necessary before serving.
