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Green tea with lemon

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Description

Delicate green tea with lemon is a simple, refreshing drink perfect for spring mornings and afternoon moments of relaxation. It is based on mild green tea leaves, which, when brewed, produce a light green, slightly grassy infusion; the juice and slice of lemon add a pleasant acidity and freshness. The drink is light, aromatic, and pairs wonderfully with light yeast pastries, cheesecake, or a sandwich with cottage cheese. Preparation takes just a few minutes, and the result is an elegant, clear infusion with a balanced flavor – not bitter, as long as you follow the brewing temperature and time.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (5)

Servings:
4
  • Water 1000 ml
  • Green tea 8 g
  • Lemon 1.3 szt. (~100 g)
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Honey 40 ml
  • Mint 30 g
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Preparation steps

Preparing the water

1

Pour 1000 ml of fresh water into an electric kettle or pot. Bring the water to a boil. If you are using a stovetop kettle, place it over medium heat and bring it to a boil.

Ingredients: Water
Use an electric kettle or a small pot with a capacity of at least 1.2 l. Do not leave unattended at the stove. If you have an external kettle, heat the water in it faster.

Cooling the water

2

Remove the boiled water from heat and let it sit for about 2 minutes to cool down to around 75–85°C. If you have a kitchen thermometer, set the temperature to 80°C. Without a thermometer — wait 2 minutes after boiling for the steam to settle and the bubbles to stop vigorously pulsating.

Ingredients: Water
Use a kitchen thermometer if you have one; if not, 2 minutes after boiling usually gives around 80°C. Water that is too hot (100°C) can make green tea bitter.

Preparing the dish and tea

3

Prepare a teapot or kettle and cups. Pour a little hot water (a few tablespoons) into the teapot, swirl it around to warm the walls of the vessel, and then pour out this water. Add 8 g of loose green tea to the infuser or place 4 tea bags into the teapot.

Ingredients: green tea, Water
Use a teaspoon to measure the leaves or 4 tea bags. Heating the vessel helps maintain the temperature during brewing. For the infusion, it's better to use a stainless steel strainer or a porcelain infuser.

Brewing

4

Pour the cooled water at ~80°C directly over the tea leaves, ensuring they are completely covered. Steep for 2–3 minutes: 2 minutes for a delicate, light green infusion, 3 minutes for a fuller flavor. Do not steep longer than 3 minutes, as the tea may become bitter.

Ingredients: Water, green tea
Set a timer for 2 or 3 minutes. If after immersing the leaves you notice a very intense "grass" smell and a dark color, shorten the brewing time next time. Use a kitchen timer or your phone.

Adding lemon

5

In the meantime, cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half of the lemon into a small bowl (about 30–50 g of juice) and slice a few thin rounds from the other half for decoration. After the steeping time, remove the tea bags or strain the infusion through a sieve and add the squeezed lemon juice to the teapot.

Ingredients: Lemon, green tea
Use a sharp knife and a cutting board. Be careful with the seeds — catch them while squeezing, preferably through a strainer. For a milder flavor, add the juice gradually and taste.

Sweetening and seasoning (optional)

6

If you want a sweeter drink, add honey: about 40 g to the whole pitcher or portion it out with 1 teaspoon (about 7–10 g) per cup. If you are using mint, tear off a few leaves and gently crush them between your fingers to release the aroma, and add them to the pitcher or directly to the cups.

Ingredients: Honey, mint
Add honey to the warm (not boiling) infusion — it will dissolve better. Additionally, you can add mint for freshness. Honey is optional; you can alternatively use sugar.

Serving

7

Pour the tea through a strainer into cups or glasses. Add a slice of lemon to each serving and optionally some mint leaves. Serve immediately while the brew is still warm and aromatic.

Ingredients: Lemon, mint, green tea
It is best to use transparent glasses or porcelain cups to see the light green color of the infusion. Use a teapot with a comfortable spout for brewing and pouring.

Organization and storage

8

After finishing pouring, discard the used leaves or tea bags, wash the jug and strainer. If there is some brew left, transfer it to a sealed container and chill in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours — it can be used as iced tea but loses its fresh aroma.

Ingredients: Water
Do not store hot tea in a thermos for longer than a few hours, as the taste may change. For reheating, use the microwave briefly (15–30 s), but do not bring it back to a boil.

Fun Fact

💡

Green tea comes from China and is one of the oldest beverages in the world. In Europe, it became popular in the 18th-19th century; in Poland, it was primarily consumed by the intellectual part of society, and today it is valued for its antioxidants and light flavor.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in a clear pitcher to showcase the light green color. For added elegance, use thin slices of lemon and individual mint leaves. Light pastries, crackers, or cottage cheese with honey pair well with the tea.

🥡 Storage

Store any leftovers in the fridge for a maximum of 24 hours in a sealed container. Do not reheat brewed tea — it's better to prepare a fresh batch. Keep dried tea in an airtight container away from moisture and light.

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