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Can I reuse the tea leaves after a single brewing?

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Yes, but your tea will be weaker with used leaves.

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What does "only boil the water to 'first boil'. This is when the water begins to boil but has not yet begin to simmer" mean?

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When you can see bubbles rising from the bottom of the water up and breaking the surface, but you don't see the surface of the water moving much from the heat yet.

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Can I add sugar to white tea?

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As with any tea, you can add whatever you would like it to taste like. Sugar would be fine.

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Can I drink white tea on an empty stomach?

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Plenty of people do, but for others it causes irritation. Try it and see how you feel.

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How do I brew white tea at the correct temperature?

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I suggest heating the water and using a thermometer. If you have hard water and don't remove it before it boils, it can affect the taste.

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Can we add milk to white tea?

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You can add whatever you like, though traditionally it is drunk plain.

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How many cups per day should I drink to get benefits?

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Drink one to three cups a day. One with each meal would be ideal, but one a day is fine. Any more than that may be detrimental.

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Can you drink white tea cold or with ice?

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Yes, you can. It's best to brew it with hot water as per the instructions here, and then wait for it to cool before refrigerating it or serving it over ice.

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If i want to use the same leaves again, where should I store the once-brewed leaves in order to prevent them from oxidising?

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Used tea has the potential to be harmful for health when kept after brewing once, as it can harbor bacteria. If you intend to reuse used tea, do your research about this aspect first. If you want to do it still, then you can put it in an airtight container and store in the fridge. Yet, it's not best practice.

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