Description
A refreshing twist on a classic tea, this Earl Grey with lemon adds a bright citrus note to the bergamot-infused black tea.
Ingredients
2 cups water
2 Earl Grey tea bags or 2 tsp loose leaf Earl Grey
2 lemon slices
1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
Ice cubes (for iced version)
Instructions
1. Bring the water to a boil in a small pot or kettle.
2. Place the Earl Grey tea bags or loose tea in a teapot or mug.
3. Pour the hot water over the tea and steep for 3–5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
4. Remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea.
5. Add lemon slices to the hot tea and stir in honey or sugar if desired.
6. For iced tea, allow the tea to cool, then pour over ice and serve with lemon.
Notes
Fresh lemon juice can be added instead of slices for a stronger citrus flavor.
To make a large batch, simply multiply the quantities and store in the refrigerator.
This drink pairs wonderfully with light pastries or shortbread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Earl Grey, tea, lemon, iced tea, hot tea, citrus