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
Scale
- 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