Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavorings (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Add Tea
Once the water has reached a boil, remove it from heat. If using loose leaf tea, place it in a tea infuser. Add the tea or tea bags to the water.
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea. If using loose leaf tea, steep for about 4 minutes.
Flavoring the Tea (optional)
Add Sweetener
If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness.
Add Lemon Juice
For a zesty flavor, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the tea.
Add Milk (if desired)
For a creamier texture, add 1 tablespoon of milk or a dairy alternative.
Sprinkle Cinnamon (optional)
For an additional flavor kick, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon on top.