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Organic Tea Recipe

Inspired by Shepherd Artisan Coffee

Time10m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

2 tsp loose-leaf organic black tea (or organic green tea for a lighter cup)2 cups water

Optional Additions

1 slice organic fresh lemon1 tsp organic honey or organic sugar2 tbsp organic milk (dairy or plant-based)4 leaf organic fresh mint leaves

Equipment

1 to taste teapot or saucepan1 to taste tea strainer or infuser1 to taste kettle or pot to boil water

Method

Prepare Water & Tea

Measure and heat water

Measure 2 cups of fresh cold water. Heat the water to the appropriate temperature: for black tea bring to a full rolling boil (~212°F / 100°C); for green tea heat to about 175–185°F (80–85°C). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a boil and let sit 1–2 minutes for green tea.

Pre-warm teapot/cup

If using a teapot, pour a small amount of the hot water into it, swirl briefly, and discard. This pre-warms the vessel and helps maintain steeping temperature.

Add tea leaves

Place 2 teaspoons of loose-leaf organic tea into an infuser or directly into the teapot. Use 1 teaspoon of tea per cup as a guideline and adjust to taste.

Steeping & Finishing

Steep the tea

Pour the heated water over the tea leaves. Steep for the recommended time: 3–5 minutes for black tea (3 for lighter, 5 for stronger), or 2–3 minutes for green tea. Cover the teapot or cup while steeping to retain heat.

Remove leaves / strain

Remove the infuser or strain the tea leaves from the teapot into cups immediately when steep time is up to avoid bitterness.

Add optional flavorings

If desired, add 1 teaspoon of organic honey or sugar and stir until dissolved. For milk tea, add 2 tablespoons of organic milk and gently stir. For a bright finish, squeeze a slice of organic lemon or add fresh mint leaves to the cup. Adjust quantities to taste.

Serve

Serve the tea immediately while hot. Offer lemon, honey, milk, and mint on the side so drinkers can customize. Discard used tea leaves or compost them.