Happy Lucky's Tea House Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of loose leaf tea or 4 tea bags. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Enhancing the Flavor
- 4
Add Sweeteners
Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is still warm to dissolve it completely.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice for a refreshing zing.
- 6
Add Milk (if desired)
If you enjoy a creamier tea, add 1 tablespoon of milk at this stage.
- 7
Add Cinnamon (optional)
For an extra layer of flavor, sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and stir well.
