Tea Tips
CHOOSING THE BEST BLACK TEA
With black tea being the most popular type of tea in the world, it is easy to get lost in all the different flavours and blends.We aim to make tea discovery as easy as possible. Finding a new black tea that’s just right for you is a fun and tasty learning experience.
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WHICH TEA IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Do you know what it takes to make tea? Or that all these different teas come from the very same plant? The different colours, tastes and flavours are all down to how and where the tea is processed.
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A GUIDE TO BLACK TEA
Fancy getting to grips with the basics of black tea? Discover what makes this tea type an all-day, everyday favourite in the West…
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A GUIDE TO GREEN TEA
Curious about green tea’s humble beginnings and the knack to brewing the perfect cup?
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A GUIDE TO OOLONG TEA
Not that well acquainted? Never fear, we’ve got everything you need to know right here…
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TRADITIONALIST VS. TRENDSETTER
We’ve picked out a few tea, coffee and hot chocolate suggestions to see if you have a soft spot for the traditional or whether you crave the new and unique.
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TWO WAYS TO MAKE CHAI AT HOME
There’s nothing like a creamy cup of spice-rich chai to conjure up that delightfully warm, fuzzy feeling
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EARL GREY AND LEMON CUPCAKES
There’s plenty more to our extraordinary teas than the perfect cuppa – many of our blends have also become a staple in the realm of baking.
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BATTLE OF THE BREWS
We’re pitting a selection of our best-loved teas cup-to-cup in a bid to crown the “golden caddy”.
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#WHITTARDTEADAY
We loved seeing all your pictures, so we decided to share our favourites. Can you find yours?
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CHOCOLATE & TEA PAIRING
Our Tea Buyer Linda shared some of her favourite tea-and-chocolate pairings.
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HOW TO HOST AFTERNOON TEA
in the spirit of tea and cake, we’ve pulled together some top tips for hosting your very own afternoon tea.
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THE TEA CADDY
The seemingly humble caddy: a centuries-old symbol of tea-drinking tradition.
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HOW TO MAKE ICED TEA
For a refreshingly delicious easy iced tea that packs a flavour punch, look no further…
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THE WORLD'S BEST TEA?
It's earned quite the reputation, so what's so special about Darjeeling tea?
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DOS AND DONT'S OF AFTERNOON TEA
From time of day to stirring technique, we’ve got it down to a “tea”.
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EARL GREY BISCUITS
We teamed up with GBBO’s Prue Leith to create an exclusive Earl Grey biscuit.
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MILK ALTERNATIVES
Dairy free? We've picked the best alternatives for making tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
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TEA RECOMMENDATIONS
Spoilt for choice? Tell us what you like, and we'll recommend something new.
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THE ETHICAL TEA PARTNERSHIP
We're proud to support the ETP's transformative work in tea-growing communities.
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THE COVENT GARDEN TEABAR
Our tea bar in Covent Garden is the home of all-day afternoon tea.
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FESTIVE TIPPLES
Bring the party home with our delicious collection of warming drinks and cocktails to celebrate the festive season...
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