Step 1

Heat the water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until hot, but not boiling. Add the tea, remove from the heat and allow to steep for 4 minutes.

Step 2

Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl, then pour in the tea to catch the tea-infused water. If using tea bags, you can just remove them.

Step 3

Return the tea-infused water to the saucepan, add the sugar, stir well, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from the heat and allow the tea simple syrup to cool to room temperature. Carefully pour it into a sealable jar (a funnel helps) and store for up to 1 month in the fridge.