Step 1: Add the tea leaves and another 1/4 cup boiling water. Swirl the pot to wash and rinse the leaves, and discard the water.
Step 2: Add the sage and the sugar, and fill the pot with the 2 cups boiling water.
Step 3: Leave the tea to steep for five minutes or longer; or, if your teapot is stovetop safe, you can bring the tea back to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 4: Gently stir the tea, pour into small tea glasses and serve.
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