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A white cup on a saucer contains a bold black coffee with a swirl of milk, viewed from above—a delightful morning ritual reminiscent of Renée’s Tea.

Renée’s Bold English Breakfast Tea

A man wearing glasses in a kitchen.Logan Byrne
A strong and intensely brewed English Breakfast tea, served with a dash of milk, following Renée’s love for a bold, no-sugar cup of tea.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Meal Type Beverages, Breakfast
Cuisine British
Servings 1
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $1
Shopping Cost$6

Equipment

  • Tea kettle or pot
  • Teapot (optional)
  • Tea strainer or infuser
  • Teacup or mug

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 tea bag English Breakfast tea bag or loose-leaf English Breakfast tea
  • 8 oz water just off the boil
  • splash Milk about 1-2 tablespoons, optional but recommended by Renée

Instructions
 

Boil the Water:

  • Heat the water in a kettle until it just reaches a boil, then let it sit for a few seconds to settle.
    8 oz water

Prepare the Tea:

  • If using loose leaf: Place 1 heaping teaspoon of loose-leaf English Breakfast tea in a teapot or infuser.
    1 tea bag
  • If using a tea bag: Place the tea bag directly in the mug.

Brew the Tea:

  • Pour the hot water over the tea, allowing it to steep for 4-5 minutes. For an exceptionally strong brew, leave it for an additional minute.

Strain and Serve:

  • If using loose leaf: Strain the tea into a cup after steeping.
  • If using a tea bag: Simply remove the tea bag.

Add Milk (optional):

  • Pour a small splash of milk into the tea, enough to lighten it without diluting the strength. Stir gently.
    splash Milk

Enjoy:

  • Serve immediately and savor the bold, almost "illegally strong" flavor.

Notes

Strength Adjustment: For an even stronger brew, use slightly more tea leaves or extend the steeping time by another minute.
Milk Options: Whole milk offers the richest taste, but oat or almond milk can be used for a dairy-free version.
No Sugar Needed: This tea is enjoyed with no sugar, embracing the natural boldness of the leaves.

Nutrition

Sodium: 11mgCalcium: 7mg
Keyword bold tea, British tea, no sugar tea, Strong English Breakfast tea, tea with milk

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