Classic Moroccan Mint Tea

Directions

1. 1
   Boil a liter (about 4 cups) of water.
2. 2
   Rinse a small tea pot with about 1/4 cup of the hot water, then pour out the water.
3. 3
   Add the tea leaves and then add another 1/4 cup boiling water.
4. 4
   Swirl the pot to wash and rinse the leaves, and carefully pour out the water again.
5. 5
   Add the mint leaves and the sugar, and fill the pot with 1/2 liter (about 2 cups) the boiling water.
6. 6
   Let the tea to steep for five minutes.
7. 7
   Gently stir the tea.
8. 8
   Pour into small tea glasses and serve.