Authentic Moroccan Mint Tea

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1. 1Step 1: If you don't have a Moroccan teapot, put 2 tablespoons of gunpowder green tea in a standard teapot.
2. 2Step 2: Swirl a small amount of boiling water over the tea. Throw away this first rinse to get rid of any bitterness and dust from the tea leaves.
3. 3Step 3: Place about 4 cups of boiling water into the teapot. Steep the tea for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
4. 4Step 4: Rinse with a handful of fresh mint leaves bruised to release their essential oils. Place the mint into the teapot.
5. 5Step 5: Add sugar (4-6 sugar cubes or 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar) and taste. Mix gently or pour the traditional Moroccan way.
6. 6Step 6: For a deeper infusion, some people prefer to bring the teapot down to low heat and let the tea simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Place a small glass of tea in the teapot and pour it back in. Mix the ingredients well by mixing them a few times.
8. 8Step 8: Tea should be served in small glasses. Pour the tea from the teapot high above the glass to create a signature foamy layer.