Tea (sweet Or Unsweetened) Recipe
Make Tea (sweet Or Unsweetened) 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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Base Ingredients
Sweetening Options
Optional Add-ins
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add the tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes depending on desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
- 5
Adjust Sweetness
Taste the tea and adjust the sweetness according to your preference, adding more sweetener if desired.
Serving Suggestions
- 6
Add Optional Ingredients
For added flavor, you can add lemon slices, fresh mint leaves, or a splash of milk or cream to your tea.
- 7
Serve Hot or Cold
You can serve the tea hot immediately after preparation or let it cool and refrigerate it for iced tea. Serve over ice if desired.
