While most people have had a cup of tea in their lives, there is probably quite a bit about nuances to tea that many people are not aware. Sometimes a simple cup of tea may not turn out right, or may not end up as you intended. While making a cup of tea can be a simple process, if one so chooses, the complexity of tea appreciation can be something everyone can experience without a lot of effort. In this section we will highlight how to prepare a perfect cup of tea and how it is best enjoyed. We will also discuss the issues of using loose tea leaves versus tea bags, water temperature for steeping the various types of tea, and why you might want to use lemon, sugar, honey, or milk in some teas but not others.