4. Twinings
Twinings is the elegant relative who brings expensive cheese to Christmas dinner. They’ve been doing tea since 1706, so they know their stuff.
Their English Breakfast is the standard for a reason—it’s balanced, never harsh. And if you’re feeling adventurous, their Earl Grey is like sipping a flower garden.
British Tea Brands
5. Clipper
Clipper is that friend who does yoga and shops at the farmer’s market. They’re all about unbleached bags and fair trade, which makes you feel virtuous while you drink.
Their everyday brew is surprisingly clean and crisp. It’s the kind of tea you drink when you want to pretend you’re being healthy, but really you just want a cuppa.
6. Taylors of Harrogate
These folks make Yorkshire Tea, but their own brand is a little more posh. Think of it as the cousin who moved to London and got a fancy job.
Their Earl Grey is genuinely lovely—proper bergamot that smells like a posh hotel lobby. It’s what you offer guests when you want to impress them.
