Tea is very popular in Irish culture, with the average person drinking 4-6 cups per day. The most popular tea in Ireland is Lyons tea, followed by Barry's tea and Bewleys tea. Loose leaf tea can be made by placing tea leaves in a warmed teapot and pouring boiled water over it to steep for 2-5 minutes before serving. Common tea varieties include Assam, Darjeeling, Ceylon Orange, English Breakfast, and Earl Grey. The document discusses the tea-making and tea-drinking habits of the author's family and home.