Green Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Optional Additions
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Ensure that the water reaches a rolling boil for effective extraction of flavors.
- 2
Add Green Tea Leaves
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves to the water.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the kettle and let the tea steep for 2-3 minutes. Steeping for longer can result in a bitter taste.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a teacup using a fine mesh strainer to remove the leaves.
Flavoring (Optional)
- 5
Add Honey
If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey to sweeten the tea.
- 6
Add Lemon Juice
For a citrusy twist, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
- 7
Garnish with Mint
Add fresh mint leaves for an aromatic garnish and extra flavor.