Boil fresh water
Add black tea leaves or a black tea bag to a cup or teapot
Pour the hot water over the tea
Steep for 3 to 5 minutes
Remove the tea leaves or tea bag
Add milk, sugar, honey, or lemon if desired
Stir and serve hot
Boil fresh water
Add black tea leaves or a black tea bag to a cup or teapot
Pour the hot water over the tea
Steep for 3 to 5 minutes
Remove the tea leaves or tea bag
Add milk, sugar, honey, or lemon if desired
Stir and serve hot