Organic English Breakfast Black

Rich and robust, the cup beams with sweet aroma of malt & high-fired accents.

Size:

100g/3.5oz

100g/3.5oz

SAVE 2%

300g/10.5oz

SAVE 4%

500g/17.5oz

SAVE 8%

1Kg/35.2oz

Variant

Story

Legend has it that English Breakfast Tea, a beloved blend worldwide, originated from a fortuitous mistake by British tea merchant Richard Davies in the early 19th century. When his supply of China Congou ran out, Davies blended various Indian and Sri Lankan black teas, creating a robust and flavorful concoction that became an instant hit, especially with hearty English breakfasts. Dubbed "English Breakfast Tea," this blend quickly gained popularity, symbolizing the essence of a traditional English morning.

Another attribution links the blend to a Scottish tea master named Drysdale, who marketed it as Breakfast Tea. Queen Victoria, encountering this blend and being fond of all things Scottish, gave it her royal approval. With the Queen's endorsement, the blend acquired the name "English Breakfast tea," solidifying its place in history.

Over time, the blend evolved to include Assam, Ceylon, and Kenyan teas, yet it remains a timeless classic, cherished for its comforting aroma, bold flavor, and enduring tradition in tea culture globally.

Why Premium Pricing?

Our prices are premium in comparison to other tea brands.

We could reduce our prices.
But then, your Tea would not be:

-Sourced 100% Ethically
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted.
-Stored in India's first cold storage.
-Moisture/light/oxygen protected
-100% Transparent in Origin details
-Delivered within a week.
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers.
-That fresh.

With Teabox you get the best for the cup & the community.🙏

Shipping

Your order undergoes 1 day of processing, and we provide a tracking link once it has shipped. Delivery times vary based on the chosen shipping option:

Express: 5-8 days
Standard: 12-18 days

Since we ship fresh teas from the Himalayan foothills in India that normally cover 10,000+ miles via air, to qualify for free Express shipping, order value thresholds are as follows for these countries.

Australia - 115 AUD
Denmark - 490 DKK
Canada - 70 CAD
France - 75 EUR
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 66 SGD
South Korea - 100,000 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 229 AED
United Kingdom - 40 GBP
USA - 50 USD

For EU countries, please note that we collect nominal duties and taxes up front (on the checkout), and the price you pay is the landed cost/door-delivery cost. You would not have to pay anything extra.

For other countries, unless specified otherwise at checkout, our terms of trade are 'DAP' (Delivered at Place without payment of duty and taxes of the destination country). Under DAP, the buyer is responsible for paying for the goods, import clearance inspection, import formalities, destination duties and taxes, and providing a complete address with correct contact details. Teabox is responsible for providing the goods with necessary documentation, arranging pickup, carriage, and door delivery, and handling origin customs formalities.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

30th June-1st July'25

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

2nd July'25

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

3rd July'25

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

3rd July'25

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

3rd July'25

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

4th July'25

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

FTGFOP1

Refers to Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: A superior, whole leaf grade of tea, renowned for its exquisite quality

Grade

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

Unique Reference Number for this Batch

Invoice

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

We Are Certified And Licensed

How To Steep

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150 ml

185°-194°F/
85°C-90°C

1.5Tsp/2.5g/
0.09oz

5
mins

Steep
Once

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Dense, sweetness of malt and honey followed by hints of high fired leaf.

Appearance

Dark Amber

Taste

This tea delights your imagination with classic sweet-smoky flavors of a timeless blend. The infusion is dense and sweet with redolence of malt and honey, peppered with a smoky hint that stays well into the finish.

Robust and smooth, a dash of milk uplifts the brew tremendously.

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Where is the English Breakfast tea offered by Teabox sourced from ?

The English Breakfast tea offered by us at Teabox is a blend that combines whole-leaf Assams sourced from esteemed tea estates in the Assam region.

How is your English Breakfast different from other tea brands ?

1. We use only whole-leaf orthodox grades in crafting this blend rather than dust or fannings. This ensures a richer and more nuanced flavor profile in every cup.
2. Additionally, we source our base teas solely from top-tier tea estates in Assam, renowned for producing exceptional quality teas.

Can English Breakfast tea be enjoyed with milk and sugar?

Yes, English Breakfast tea is traditionally enjoyed with milk and sugar.

Is English Breakfast tea caffeinated?

English Breakfast tea is caffeinated, as is typical for traditional black teas.

With 40 to 70 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup), the actual levels may differ based on individual steeping preferences.

What is the best way to steep a perfect cup of English Breakfast tea?

1. Start by heating fresh, cold water to a temperature between 185-194°F(85-90°C)
2. Utilize approximately 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of loose tea leaves per 6 ounces (180 ml) of water in a teapot or tea infuser, ensuring optimal leaf expansion.
3. Steep the tea for 4-5 minutes, adjust it based on your desired strength.
4. Strain and enjoy sipping.

Can you suggest some food pairings with this tea ?

Enjoy it with freshly baked pastries like croissants or scones for a delightful morning treat, or pair it with a cheese platter featuring cheddar or brie for a savory contrast.

Classic breakfast items such as eggs, bacon, and toast complement the tea's robust flavor, while fresh fruit, especially berries or a fruit salad, adds a touch of sweetness.

For heartier fare, consider pairing it with grilled meats, as the tea's boldness stands up to smoky grilled notes.

Frequently Purchased

An always reliable, superb, breakfast blend

My favourite tea from Teabox. Always return to it after trying newer ones. A reliable standard - fresh and flavourful. Gives me a wonderful start to a day.

The true taste of tea

Every tea company makes claims about their teas that are in my opinion, only half truths. Now this Teabox English Breakfast? The description is spot on. I note the smoke and the malt. This will now be my go to breakfast tea. My work mates are used to grocery store tea bags, but I have convinced them that quality tea really does have flavor.

One of the best English Breakfast Tea

Definitely one of the best English Breakfast teas I've had. The perfect aroma, taste, and colour everytime. Can be seeped twice, however the taste is a but milder the second time.

Perfect present

My parents love drinking tea - so I got them some of these luxury teas - and they both really appreciate and notice the difference in quality.

Deliciously different

A lovely tea, very different from and much better than the standard teas sold in supermarkets.

A classic!

The classic blend done right. Delicious cup of tea.

Oh so English!!

As a first time user of English Breakfast Tea, I tried to set my expectations low. Turns out I didn’t have to worry as the tea is simply splendid and I’m a fan!! I’ve tried the assorted versions of herbal tea and the natural taste is sooooooo good. Thank you Tea Box for bringing us these flavours :)

Enjoyed

Had my 1st cup this morning and really enjoyed it relaxing in my garden while I drank it

I keep leaving reviews of how much I appreciate these teas but not sure I am sending them properly. Hope so

Even better than expected

Delighted by the quality, freshness and wonderful flavour. Best tea I’ve ever had, and I lived in London for 4 years. Nothing like it available locally.

Organic English Breakfast Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

We Are Certified And Licensed

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

Frequently Purchased

Customer Reviews