Alright, let’s talk about something I did today – making a “tea for 1” set. Sounds simple, right? Well, it kinda is, but there’s a little more to it if you want to do it right.

So, first off, I grabbed my tea set. This thing is pretty neat, it’s got a teapot, a cup, and a saucer all stacked together. Space-saver, you know? I unstacked them, and it was time to get down to business.

Get the Water Ready

First thing’s first, water. I filled up my electric kettle with some fresh, cold water and fired that bad boy up. While the water was heating, I picked out my tea. Today, I was feeling some Earl Grey. Love that bergamot smell.

Prep the Tea

• I took the teapot and added a spoonful of loose leaf tea into the infuser. If you’re using tea bags, one bag is usually perfect.
• Once the water was boiling, I carefully poured it over the tea leaves in the pot.

Steep Time

Now, this is where patience comes in. I covered the teapot and just let it sit there. For black tea like Earl Grey, it’s usually about 3 to 5 minutes. Green tea is less, like 2 to 3 minutes. You gotta watch it, or it gets bitter.

Pour and Enjoy

After the waiting game, I removed the infuser, set it aside, and then I slowly poured the hot tea into the cup. Added a little sugar, ’cause that’s how I roll, and then it was time to chill. I sat back, sipped my tea, and just enjoyed the moment. Simple, but it really makes a difference to the day, you know?

That’s it. That’s how I made my “tea for 1” set today. Not rocket science, but a nice little ritual that I find really calming. Give it a try sometime!