Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the tea (makes 2 cups)
Method
Brew and serve
- 1
Bring water to a simmer
Pour 2 cups of cold water into a small saucepan or kettle. Heat until water reaches a near-boiling simmer (about 200–212°F / 93–100°C). If using ginger, add the sliced ginger to the water as it heats so the spice infuses.
- 2
Steep the tea
Remove the water from direct heat. Place 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf tea in an infuser) into the hot water. Cover and steep for 3–5 minutes depending on desired strength (3 minutes for lighter, 5 minutes for stronger). If using ginger, leave it in while steeping.
- 3
Finish and sweeten
After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out loose leaf and ginger slices. Stir in honey or sugar (about 1 tsp) if desired until dissolved. Add milk or creamer (about 2 tbsp) if you prefer milky tea. Squeeze a lemon slice into the cup or add a slice for a bright finish if desired.
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