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Steep time
5 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
100°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
Medium
Highlighted notes
Toast
Overview
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
There are many versions of English Breakfast tea. Ours has an ancient pedigree. Researchers have traced its heritage back to the black tea the English drank regularly in the 1800's. It is, simply, China black 100% Keemun. A simple way to start your hectic day!