Make a Perfect Cup of Tea Every Time

The Tea Expert's Method

• Warm the pot
  Whether using tea bags or leaf, a quick swirl of hot water means the cold doesn't shock the tea.
• Use a china teapot
  Why, because it is traditional and part of the ritual.
• One per person and one for the pot
  Still, the golden rule when using a loose-leaf tea.
• Freshly boiled water
  Boil the water fresh, (not re boiled) for good oxygen levels.
• Stir
  Stirring the tea leaves or bags helps the tea to infuse.
• The Time
  3 to 4 minutes is the time needed for optimum infusion.
• Milk?
  Milk first or last is an age-old question. Originally milk first was to avoid cracking delicate china cups with hot tea but adding milk after is a good way to judge the strength of the tea. However, it is each to their own.

Instructions for Perfect Cup of Tea for One

• Add 1 cup/200 mL of freshly boiled water to your tea bag (in a mug)
• Allow the tea bag to brew for 2 minutes
• Remove the tea bag
• Add 10 mL of milk
• Wait 6 minutes before consumption for the cuppa to reach its optimum temperature of 140 F/60 C
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