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English Breakfast Tea

English Breakfast Tea (All You Need to Know)

For many avid Tea drinkers, English Breakfast Tea is the cup of tea of choice. Some know it simply as “Breakfast Tea”; others call it “Builder’s Tea”, “Bog-Standard Tea” or, indeed, just “Tea”! This is because, for hundreds of years, English Breakfast Tea has stolen the limelight. In fact, it goes further than that: it […]

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History of Tea in the UK

History of Tea in the UK

It’s no secret that the British have long had a love affair with Tea. In reality, the word “Tea” alone has for centuries become synonymous with all things stereotypically “British” from croquet to cucumber sandwiches. The history of Tea in the UK started some 350 years ago. Ever since, we as a nation have proudly wiggled […]

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How Much Caffeine in Tea and Coffee

How Much Caffeine in Tea and Coffee

Caffeine Levels in your Morning Cuppa Did you know that an estimated 60 plants naturally contain caffeine? This includes nuts from the Kola tree – famously used to create soft drinks. There is also, of course, the Theobroma cacao tree, which produces the beans utilised in chocolate-making. Most noteworthy, however, is caffeine in Coffee – […]

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How To Make The Perfect Cup of Tea

How To Make The Perfect Cup of Tea

Art is subjective. So is making the perfect cup of Tea. Everyone seems to have an opinion. Everyone seems to like different things. Black Tea or Green Tea? Tea Bags or Loose Tea? Add milk, lemon, honey, sugar, or nothing at all? Ultimately, it all depends on personal preference. There is an optimum temperature for […]

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Diuretic Tea

Is Tea A Diuretic? 

Is Tea a diuretic? The short answer: it depends on the type of Tea. In this article, we will explore the meaning of the word “diuretic” and why it has become so popular. We will then look at a variety of beverages to see which ones have diuretic qualities. After you’ve weighed up the facts, […]

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