BOIL: Bring fresh, filtered water to a rolling boil.
TRY IT ICED: Pour 2 cups boiling water over 4 tea bags in a heat-resistant pitcher. Prepare as above, then add 2 cups cold water. Serve over ice. Makes one quart.
STEEP: Pour 1 cup water over a tea bag in a cup. Steep 4 to 6 minutes and remove bag.