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Making the perfect cup of tea is super easy once you know the steps. Here's how to do it:
- Start with fresh, cold water (filtered is best)
- Bring water to a full boil (212°F/100°C)
- Put your tea bag or loose tea (1 tsp per cup) in your cup or teapot
- Pour the hot water over your tea
- Let it steep based on the type of tea:
- Black tea: 3-5 minutes
- Green tea: 2-3 minutes
- Herbal tea: 5-7 minutes
- Remove the tea bag or strain the loose tea
- Add milk, sugar, or honey if you want
Pro tip: Don't squeeze your tea bag! This can make your tea taste bitter.