Tea is one of life’s simple pleasures. It can be enjoyed any time of day and pairs well with just about anything. Tea is also super easy to make—unless you’re making it for a large group. The question is: How do you brew the perfect cup? Well, we’ve got the answer for you!

If You Are Hosting an Afternoon Tea Party, Follow These Instructions for Brewing the Perfect Cup of Tea.

The first step to making a perfect teacup is filtered water. It will ensure that your tea doesn’t taste bitter or flat—the fresher the leaves, the better the flavour.

The second step is to steep it for 3 minutes (1 minute for green teas). If you soak too long, it can make your tea taste bitter and astringent. You will need more time to enjoy its flavours than just drinking too little.

Thirdly, remove the bag within one minute after steeping; otherwise, it can make your tea bitter and strong-flavoured (this isn’t true for black or herbal teas).

Last but not least: add milk only after brewing your beverage because adding milk before brewing makes it harder for bubbles to form when water hits hot liquid—and what’s more critical than bubbles in a cup?

Wrap up

Afternoon tea parties are a social event. There is no right or wrong way to serve tea at one of these gatherings or restaurants; it all boils down to individual preferences. Remember: the perfect cup of tea is the cup that your guests enjoy most!