6 Essential Steps For Making The Perfect Cup Of Tea

    Follow these easy steps!

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    by Dave Stopera

    BuzzFeed Staff

    STEP ONE: pick your tea!

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    Choose wisely - black, white, whatever you like!

    STEP TWO: Wait until the water is boiling before placing it in your mug of choice.

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    Remember: BOIL the water!

    STEP THREE: Steep your tea in a mug for about 2-5 minutes. Do NOT leave it in too long! And whatever you do, don't add milk first.

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    STEP FOUR: Wait for your tea to cool down! Pro-tip: leave a spoon in the tea to help the cool down.

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    At least that's what The Royal Society of Chemistry says.

    STEP FIVE: Completely forget about the tea you were letting cool until about three hours later when you discover a cup and are forced to question your priorities and your existence as a human being.

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    STEP SIX: REPEAT!

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    HAVE FUN WITH IT!

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