Original Teas Recipe

Heat water

Bring 12 oz (about 350 ml) of fresh cold water to a rolling boil (approx. 212°F / 100°C). Use filtered water for the cleanest flavor.

Steep

Place 2 tsp loose-leaf black tea in a teapot or infuser. Pour the boiling water over the leaves and steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on desired strength (3 min = lighter, 5 min = robust/strong).

Strain

When steeping time is complete, remove the leaves by lifting the infuser or pouring through a fine mesh strainer into your cup or serving vessel to stop extraction and avoid bitterness.

Warm milk (if using)

If you prefer milk, gently warm 2 oz milk in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until hot but not boiling (about 20–30 seconds).

Sweeten

Add 1 tsp simple syrup or sugar to the hot tea and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Combine

Pour the warmed milk into the sweetened tea and stir once to combine. For a creamier texture, lightly froth the milk before adding.

For a lemon tea: add 1 tsp honey to the hot tea and stir until dissolved, then squeeze in juice from 1 lemon slice and drop the slice into the cup. Taste and adjust honey or lemon as desired.

Garnish with a mint sprig or an additional lemon slice on the rim. Serve immediately while hot.