Making loose leaf tea with a tea ball is a simple process. Here's how:
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Open the Tea Ball: Unlock and open your tea ball or infuser.
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Fill with Tea: Add loose leaf tea to the tea ball. Avoid overfilling; give the leaves room to expand as they steep. A good starting point is about 1 teaspoon of tea per 8 ounces (1 cup) of water, but adjust to your taste.
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Close Securely: Close the tea ball tightly to prevent tea leaves from escaping into your cup.
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Place in Cup: Put the filled tea ball into your cup or mug.
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Pour Hot Water: Pour water that is just shy of boiling (or freshly boiled) over the tea ball. Different types of tea require different water temperatures; check the recommendations for your specific tea.
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Steep: Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, or according to the tea's specific steeping instructions and your preferred strength.
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Remove Tea Ball: Carefully remove the tea ball from your cup. Allow any excess water to drip back into the cup.
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Enjoy: Your loose leaf tea is now ready to enjoy!
