Okay, so I’ve been trying out this black tea with lemon thing for a while now, and I wanted to share my little journey with you guys. It all started when I was looking for a way to spice up my regular tea routine. I drink black tea pretty much every day, but it was getting kind of boring, you know?

Getting Started

I started by brewing my usual black tea. Nothing fancy, just a regular tea bag in a mug of hot water. I let it steep for about 3-5 minutes. I like my tea pretty strong, so sometimes I leave it in for a bit longer. While the tea was brewing, I grabbed a lemon from the fridge.

Adding the Lemon

Next, I cut the lemon in half. I figured that’s easier to squeeze the juice. I’m not a big fan of those fancy juicers, so I just used my hands to squeeze the juice into the tea. I started with about half a lemon’s worth of juice. I didn’t use any measuring spoons or anything, I just eyeballed it.

Tasting and Adjusting

After stirring in the lemon juice, I took a sip. It was pretty good! The lemon added a nice, tangy kick to the tea. But I felt like it could use a bit more, so I squeezed in some more juice from the other half of the lemon. Then it was too sour! So I added a bit of sugar to balance it out. That’s how I found my balance.

The Results

• Taste: The combination of black tea and lemon is surprisingly refreshing. It’s like a whole new drink. The lemon cuts through the bitterness of the tea and adds a zesty flavor.
• Energy: I noticed that I felt a bit more energized after drinking this compared to my regular black tea. I don’t know if it’s the lemon or just the change in routine, but it’s a nice bonus.
• Health: I’ve read that both black tea and lemon have some health benefits, so I’m hoping this combo is doing me some good. We’ll see.

So, that’s my experience with black tea and lemon. It’s a simple thing, but it’s made my tea routine a bit more interesting. If you’re looking for a way to change things up, give it a try! You might like it. Just remember to adjust the amount of lemon and sugar to your liking. It’s all about finding what works for you.