Lipton - Tips for the perfect serve Preparing the perfect cup of tea is easy, if you follow these simple steps: Always use fresh water, as water which has previously been boiled will have been de-oxygenated. Bring water to the boil quickly, and keep it boiling for a couple of minutes to soften the water Use some of this boiling water to warm the cup or pot Place your teabag or loose tea into the cup or pot, then add the boiling water Leave the tea to brew as per the packaging instructions, or by following the below guide Remove the teabags and give the tea a gentle stir to ensure a consistent taste (avoiding it tasting stronger at the top of the cup) Serve at the ideal drinking temperature of around 60 ˚C.