• Cold mutes flavor, so if you plan to serve tea over ice, brew it double strength using extra tea bags.
• Melting ice cubes can dilute flavor so make your own from left over ice tea. Add a bit of lemon or mint sprigs in the cubes for extra zip.
• A simple way to add interesting flavor is to mix in a few fruit-flavored tea bags along with regular tea.
• Chlorinated tap water can alter the taste of tea, so use spring water or let a pitcher of tap water sit overnight so that the chlorine can evaporate.
• Don’t put hot tea into the refrigerator. To keep if from being cloudy, allow it to come to room temperature before chilling.
• If you prefer sweet tea, add the sugar to tea while it’s still hot. That way it can dissolve more easily.
• Sun tea is made by placing a jug of water and tea bags in a sunny spot and allowing it to steep for several hours. You can enhance the flavor by tossing in a few fresh herbs at the beginning.
• Don't toss used tea bags because they have many uses. Cool, moist bags are soothing on itchy rashes or bug bites. Save them in a jar and use them as compost on houseplants or in your garden.
• Remember that dry tea can absorb odors, so it's best kept in a tightly closed container away from heat and light.
So whether its tea for two or tea for 10, these few tips should make your brew the best.
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