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Today, we’re going to take you through all of the necessary steps in detail so that you know how to make the perfect cup of tea in the microwave so that you can get your daily fix in any situation.

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You can choose any type of tea you’d like, but it’s important to ensure that you choose a sturdy, microwavable mug to make your tea in.

Choose Your Favorite Tea and a Microwavable Mug

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Add the Tea Bag and Three Tablespoons of Water to the Mug

The amount of water you’ll need to put in could vary by a few tablespoons, depending on the width of your mug.

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Put the Mug in the Microwave for 30 Seconds

Depending on the strength of your microwave, the amount of time you should microwave it for changes, too.

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Steep Your Tea

It’s now time to steep your tea; you should follow the same steeping instructions as you regularly would for the specific type of tea you made.

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While it Steeps, Prepare Another Mug Full of Water

Eventually, you will pour the hot water from this mug into the tea mug to take up the remaining space.

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