Measure out your tea. The amount of tea you need depends on how much water you use. I recommend one teaspoon of loose leaf tea or one teabag per one cup of water you plan on using to brew.
Heat your water in your kettle. You’ll want to start with fresh cold water, and allow it to heat in the kettle (vs. starting with warm or hot water from the tap).
Pour your tea into your chosen cup using a tea strainer if you did not use a tea infuser. Let it sit for a bit so it can unfurl its fine aroma and the full catalog of flavors.