English Breakfast Tea – How It All Started

A perfect description of an English breakfast tea is full-bodied

, robust and rich-favored. It used to be the type of tea that only the upper class could afford.

But how did the English breakfast tea started?

You will be surprised to know that the English breakfast tea is derived from various locales like India, China and Sri Lanka. But this mix of black teas was actually invented in Scotland by a man named Drysdale and his brilliant idea soon spread throughout England and became hugely popular. During those times, the purest form of tea was known to come from China. As tea gained its popularity, the people from London began adding 'English' to the name. Moreover, when Drysdale was marketing his new idea he made it clear that this beverage must be served with the morning meal and so it earned the name "breakfast tea".

When English breakfast tea started surfacing in London shops and restaurants, a lot of people embraced the new flavor. English people liked to be awoken by the strong aroma of black tea every morning and this is why the English breakfast tea was a preferred choice.

The English breakfast tea has a unique blended taste. It is a full-bodied drink with a hint of delicate floral flavor also termed as "coppery". Because it is black tea, the English breakfast tea is usually added with some amount of milk, honey, cream and sugar to enhance its flavor. It is served at breakfast which includes a variety of hearty foods like spam, bacon and ham. For this reason, the English wants a tea that is strong enough to neutralize heavy cholesterol present in the foods. It is also known to aid in the digestive process making the English breakfast tea a favorite beverage after a heavy meal. It also serves as a stimulant to keep you awake and alert throughout your day. What a refreshing way to start the day.

Brewing English breakfast tea is very easy. Simply put loose tea leaves in a strainer or into a pot. Steep it long enough to develop a flavor suitable to your taste. If you prefer a stronger flavor for your tea, you can add more tea leaves.

The English breakfast tea is delightful and aromatic. When you become comfortable with the taste, you can invite other members of your family including relatives and friends together to share a hearty breakfast with English breakfast tea.

English Breakfast Tea How It All Started

By: Ann Trenton

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