Start by bringing 4 cups of water to a boil in your teapot or saucepan.

As soon as the water boils, add 2 teaspoons of loose black tea or drop in 4 tea bags.

Zest and juice the orange while the tea steeps.

After steeping the tea for about 5 minutes, add the orange juice and zest to the mixture.

Add honey to taste while the tea is still warm.

Use a fine mesh strainer to pour the tea into cups.

If desired, add a sprig of fresh mint to each cup.

Serve the tea hot or let it cool down and serve it over ice.