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Samovar tea (zavarka)

Also known as Russian tea

Strong tea concentrate (zavarka) from the small pot on top of the samovar, diluted with hot water in the glass; served with lemon or sugar.

Europe (tea time, afternoon tea, samovar) hot vegan 15 min 5 servings
Origin:
Russland
Size:
250 ml
Caffeine:
ca. 30–70 mg (Schätzung)

Rough guide; depends on bean, dose and method. Not a statement about effects or health.

Served in: Tea glass holder (podstakannik)

Language: DE · EN

Ingredients

  • 8 g Schwarzteeblätter
  • 240 ml Wasser (Konzentrat)
  • 450 ml Wasser (zum Verdünnen)
  • 1 Scheibe Zitrone
  • 1 TL Zucker

Preparation

  1. Put 4-5 heaped teaspoons (about 8 g) of loose black tea in a small pot.
  2. Pour on 240 ml of boiling water and steep for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Pour a little concentrate (about a quarter of the glass) into a glass.
  4. Top up with hot water from the samovar or kettle (roughly 1:2 to 1:3).
  5. Add a slice of lemon or sugar to taste.

Equipment: Teapot, Samovar

Served with: Tea glass holder (podstakannik)