How is a proper cup of tea prepared?
How to make a perfect cup of hot Tetley® Tea • Start with fresh, cold water. (The better the water quality, the better the tea will taste.) • Place a tea bag in your favorite cup or mug. • Bring water to a rolling boil and immediately pour over your tea bag. • Steep for a good 3 to 5 minutes. (Great taste can’t be rushed—it really does take the full time to release the tea’s entire flavor.) • Remove the tea bag, relax and enjoy! (Serve it “clear” or try it with milk and sugar.) Green Tea Variation • Start with fresh, cold water. (The better the water quality, the better the tea will taste.) • Place a tea bag in your favorite cup or mug. • Bring water to a rolling boil, remove from heat to cool for a moment and pour over your tea bag. (Green tea leaves are delicate—boiling water will bruise the leaves, causing a bitter taste.) • With green tea, steep for only a minute or two. (Oversteeping green tea will result in a harsh flavor.) • Remove the tea bag, relax and enjoy! (Serve it “clear”