English Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea

Classic English Breakfast Tea Reimagined Indulge in the luxury of a truly elevated morning tea, one of the world’s most recognised breakfast tea styles. Crafted for those who appreciate depth, structure and quiet refinement, this exceptional loose leaf black tea delivers a bright copper infusion with graceful briskness and a long, malty finish. With its rich body and clean structure, this blend embodies what people love about high quality black tea. What is English Breakfast Tea? English Breakfast is a traditional black tea blend known for its rich body, bright flavour and invigorating character, making it one of the most popular morning teas in the world. Loved for its strength, clarity and comforting taste, English Breakfast Tea remains a timeless choice for starting the day with energy and balance. Tea Highlights Sustainably harvested high-altitude Ceylon Black Tea Sourced from Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka Smooth, malty and bright, perfectly balanced for a classic English Breakfast experience. Delicious black or with milk Small batch blended for balance and consistency Great Taste award-winning loose-leaf breakfast tea Tasting Notes Appearance: Bright, brilliant copper liquor with a deep dark amber infusionAroma: Warm, lightly toasted, elegantly malty with warm toasted caramel aromaFlavour: Full-bodied, polished notes of malt, warm toasted caramel, a richly astringent mouthfeelFinish: Smooth, structured, clean and refined with lingering caramel warmthWith Milk: Creamy, rounded, comfortingBlack: More aromatic, nuanced, brisk and quietly expressive Ingredients 100% Pure High Grown Ceylon Black Tea Prefer Tea Bags? If you are looking for convenience, explore our English Breakfast teabags or our individually wrapped tea bag envelopes. How to Brew Use these quick steps to brew the perfect cup: 1–2 teaspoons (2-3g) per cup 200ml of fresh filtered boiled water (100°C) Steep 3–5 minutes Enjoy black or with milk For a teapot, use 1-2 teaspoons per person, 600ml to 1l depending on teapot size, plus one extra teaspoon for the pot. (2 to 3g per person, with an additional 2g for the pot to ensure balance.) For a stronger cup, use a little more tea and brew for a minute longer. For a lighter cup, simply reduce the leaf and shorten the steeping time. Feel free to experiment to find the balance that makes your perfect cup. For more detailed tips, discover our in depth black tea brewing guide to learn how to brew the perfect cup of tea. Why Choose This Breakfast Tea Premium Sri Lankan provenance from Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya High grown Ceylon leaves for clarity, brightness and depth Small batch blended for consistency and excellence Leaf quality that outperforms standard English Breakfast tea bags Perfect for breakfast, energy, focus and refined afternoon enjoyment Production & Leaf Grades Using carefully chosen BOP (Broken Orange Pekoe) and FBOP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe) grades, this tea reflects the craftsmanship of traditional orthodox processing. Through withering, rolling and controlled oxidation, the leaves develop a naturally rich aroma and refined copper hue that define premium Sri Lankan tea. Wellbeing & Potential Health Benefits As a classic black tea, English Breakfast potential benefits are naturally rich in polyphenol antioxidants. Many tea drinkers choose it as a gentler alternative to coffee, enjoying its balanced caffeine lift and comforting flavour as part of a balanced lifestyle. English Breakfast Origin & Craftsmanship This distinguished Ceylon black tea is sourced from the renowned high-altitude gardens of Sri Lanka’s Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya, celebrated for producing some of the finest types of black tea. Grown at elevations up to 1,868 metres, the cool mountain climate creates natural stress that concentrates flavour and aroma. Each component is selected for balance, integrity and sensory harmony, then blended in small batches for consistency. The orthodox leaves unfurl during brewing, releasing deep, layered aromatics characteristic of premium loose-leaf tea, far superior to standard English Breakfast tea bags often found in supermarkets. Read our breakfast tea guide for further information, history and origins of black tea. Further Reading and Related Teas Explore our Black Tea Collection Learn How to Brew Black Tea Shop Loose Leaf Tea Discover our Tea Strainers and Teaware Read more about the science behind potential health benefits