Exact quantities, then the method.
Getting this right comes down to the water: let the kettle stand a moment so it is off the boil before it hits the leaf. Green tea turns bitter when scalded, so around 80C and a short two to three minute steep keep this Twinings green tea fresh, minty and gently spiced.
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Makes one cup. Do not squeeze the bag, and add a slice of lemon if you fancy it.
You'll need
- 1 tea bag of Twinings Metabolism
- 200ml freshly boiled water, cooled to around 80C (check with a thermometer)
- A slice of lemon, to taste (optional)
Method
- Boil the kettle and wait until it is down to around 80C for this minty green tea; a kitchen thermometer or a kettle temperature setting confirms it.
- Pop the minty green bag into your cup and add the water.
- Steep for 2 to 3 minutes, no longer, to keep its flavour gentle.
- Lift the minty green bag out unsqueezed and add lemon if you like.
- If it comes out grassy or sharp, shorten the next steep rather than reaching for sugar.
The tea it is made with, and what to make next.
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Brewed with: Twinings Metabolism, 20 Tea Bags 40g
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