Step by Step
1
Prepare the Lower Pot
Fill the large bottom pot of your çaydanlık (double teapot) with approximately 1.5 liters of fresh cold water. Ensure it is at least two-thirds full to allow for proper boiling and steaming.
⏱ 5 min
2
Add Tea Leaves to Upper Pot
Place 4-5 tablespoons of Turkish black tea leaves into the smaller top pot of the çaydanlık. The amount can be adjusted to your preference for strength, typically one tablespoon per two people, plus one for the pot.
⏱ 2 min
3
Boil the Water
Place the lower pot with water on the stove over medium-high heat and bring it to a rolling boil. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
⏱ 15 min
4
Brew the Tea (Demleme)
Once the water in the lower pot is boiling, carefully pour about 500 ml of this boiling water over the tea leaves in the upper pot. Gently swirl the upper pot to ensure all leaves are submerged.
⏱ 3 min
5
Steep the Tea
Place the upper pot back on top of the lower pot, which should still contain the remaining boiling water. Reduce the heat to low, allowing the water in the lower pot to simmer gently. Let the tea steep for at least 15-20 minutes. The steam from the simmering water below will gently brew the tea above, extracting its full flavor and aroma.
⏱ 20 min
6
Serve the Çay
To serve, pour the concentrated tea from the upper pot into traditional tulip-shaped tea glasses. Adjust the strength by adding hot water from the lower pot to your preference. Serve immediately with optional sugar cubes on the side.
⏱ 10 min
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