Making a refreshing cup of green tea is easy and can be done in a few simple steps. Here’s how you can brew the perfect cup of green tea:

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon of loose-leaf green tea or 1 green tea bag
• 1 cup (about 240 ml) of water
• Optional: Honey, lemon, or fresh mint for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Heat the Water:
   • Bring the water to a near-boil, but don’t let it reach a full rolling boil. The ideal temperature for brewing green tea is around 170-180°F (75-80°C).
   • If you don’t have a thermometer, just let the water come to a boil, then remove it from the heat and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the Green Tea:
   • If you’re using loose-leaf tea, place 1 teaspoon of tea leaves into a tea infuser or directly into your teapot or cup.
   • If you’re using a green tea bag, simply place the bag in your cup.
3. Pour the Hot Water:
   • Pour the hot water gently over the tea leaves or tea bag.
4. Steep the Tea:
   • Let the tea steep for 2-3 minutes. Green tea is delicate, and over-steeping can make it bitter, so be sure not to leave it for too long.
5. Remove the Tea Bag/Infuser:
   • After 2-3 minutes, remove the tea bag or infuser from the cup. If you used loose leaves, you can strain the tea if you prefer.
6. Optional Flavor Add-ins:
   • Add a teaspoon of honey or a slice of lemon for extra flavor, or a few fresh mint leaves if you’d like a more refreshing taste.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Your green tea is ready to enjoy! Drink it hot or let it cool for an iced version.

Tips:

• Water Temperature: The key to brewing perfect green tea is the water temperature. Too hot, and the tea will become bitter; too cool, and the tea won’t fully extract its flavors.
• Steeping Time: Don’t steep for too long, as it can make the tea taste overly bitter. A short 2-3 minutes is ideal.
• Quality of Tea: If you’re using loose-leaf green tea, choose high-quality leaves for the best flavor.

Enjoy your cup of soothing green tea!

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