Classic English Breakfast Tea Recipe
British · Beverage · 5 min total
A robust and comforting black tea blend traditionally served with milk and sugar, perfect for starting your day or enjoying during an afternoon break.
1
min prep
min prep
4
min cook
min cook
1
servings
servings
20
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon loose-leaf English Breakfast tea or 1 tea bag
- 1 cup freshly boiled water
- 2 tablespoons milk (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Place the loose-leaf tea or tea bag into a teapot or mug.
- Pour freshly boiled water (just off the boil) over the tea.
- Steep for 3-4 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- Remove the tea bag or strain the leaves.
- Add milk and sugar to taste, if desired.
- Stir and serve immediately.
Tips
- For a stronger brew, use 1.5 teaspoons of loose-leaf tea or steep for an extra minute.
- Always warm the teapot with hot water before adding tea to maintain temperature.
- Store tea leaves in an airtight container away from light and moisture.
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