Hot Tea, The Republic Of Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil.
2
Steep Tea
Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves to the boiling water. Remove from heat and cover. Let steep for 5 minutes.
3
Strain Tea
After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh sieve into a cup.

4
Add Honey
Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey into the strained tea while it's still hot.
5
Add Lemon
Garnish the tea with a slice of lemon for added flavor.

6
Add Milk (Optional)
For a creamier texture, add 0.5 cups of milk to the tea and stir well.
7
Infuse with Spices (Optional)
If desired, add a cinnamon stick and a slice of fresh ginger to the tea for additional warmth and flavor.