English Breakfast Tea with Milk
Proper English breakfast tea steeped hot and poured over cold milk — the classic way. Serve alongside biscuits or cookies for the full experience.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 42
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat water until steam rises steadily or it reaches a rolling boil, about 3–4 minutes.
Step 2
Pour milk into a ceramic cup or mug, filling it about a quarter of the way.
Step 3
Place tea bag in the cup and pour hot water over it, filling almost to the top.
Step 4
Steep for 3–5 minutes until the tea is deep amber and fragrant.
Step 5
Remove the tea bag, stir gently, and add sugar or honey if desired.
Step 6
Serve hot with biscuits or cookies on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- kettle or pot
- ceramic mug or cup
- spoon
- saucer (optional)
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