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Earl Grey Tea Recipes

Discover the art of brewing Earl Grey Tea, a delightful black tea infused with the distinctive flavor of Bergamot, a citrus fruit. Renowned for its mild and balanced taste, Earl Grey is a beloved choice, perfect for enjoying during an afternoon tea.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon loose Earl Grey tea
  • 1 cup water plus extra for the teapot

Method
 

  1. Boil the water: If you have an electric kettle with a temperature setting, set it to 208°F. Boil a bit more water than you need so that some can be used to preheat the teapot. It's best to use filtered water for a cleaner taste.
  2. Warm the teapot: Pour a small amount of the hot water into the teapot and swirl it around to warm it up. Then, discard this water.
  3. Add the tea: Place the loose Earl Grey tea into the teapot and pour the hot water over it.
  4. Steep the tea: Cover the teapot and let the tea steep for 3 to 5 minutes. A steeping time of 4 minutes usually provides a well-balanced flavor.
  5. Strain and serve: Strain the tea leaves and pour the hot tea into a teacup.
  6. Customize: Add milk and sugar or a slice of lemon to taste, if desired.

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