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Making the Perfect Cup of Tea

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Boil the Water
Making the Perfect Cup of Tea

Boiling Water for Tea

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Fill a kettle with fresh water and bring to the boil.

Warm the teapot with a little of the boiled water, swirl it around the pot and discard.

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