THE PERFECT POT AND CUP OF ENGLISH TEA!
The perfect pot of English tea leads to the perfect cup of English tea! I know this is NOT a recipe, but it is amazing how many people do not know how to make a PROPER POT of tea! We always make a pot of tea at home - even if there is only one of us here, we just use a smaller pot! I also prefer loose tea to tea-bags, but we do use good quality tea-bags as well. This is my method for making a perfect pot of tea, and therefore a perfect cuppa. This has been posted due to a request from my daughter, who obviously has FAR more sophisticated tastes as a university student than I did when I was one!! Plus, what can be nicer then baking a cake, inviting a couple of friends over and having a natter with a cuppa? It puts the world to rights! Quantities are listed for a pot of tea for two.....you can increase or decrease the amounts to suit.The following extract is from Mrs Beeton's book of Household Management printed in 1880; here she suggests the method for a "perfect" cup of tea, using loose tea of course and NOT tea bags! "There is very little art in making good tea; if the water is boiling, and there is no sparing of the fragrant leaf, the beverage will almost invariably be good. The old-fashioned plan of allowing a teaspoonful to each person, and one over, is still practised. Warm the teapot with boiling water; let it remain for two or three minutes for the vessel to become thoroughly hot, then pour it away. Put in the tea, pour in from 1/2 to 3/4 pint of boiling water, close the lid, and let it stand for the tea to draw from 5 to 10 minutes; then fill up the pot with water. The tea will be quite spoiled unless made with water that is actually 'boiling', as the leaves will not open, and the flavour not be extracted from them; the beverage will consequently be colourless and tasteless,-in fact, nothing but tepid water. Where there is a very large party to make tea for, it is a good plan to have two teapots instead of putting a large quantity of tea into one pot; the tea, besides, will go farther. When the infusion has been once completed, the addition of fresh tea adds very little to the strength; so, when more is required, have the pot emptied of the old leaves, scalded, and fresh tea made in the usual manner."
Provided by French Tart
Categories Beverages
Time 7m
Yield 1 Pot of Tea for 2 people, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Only use freshly drawn cold water, ensure that kettles or water boilers are de-scaled regularly and that teapots are spotlessly clean.
- Teapots should be warmed with hot water, which is then poured away.
- Use the recommended number of tea bags or one teaspoon of loose tea per cup, AND one teaspoon for the pot. (For one person use a 10oz tea pot, for two persons a 20oz tea pot is recommended.).
- Water should always be freshly boiled and boiling when added to tea.
- Leave to brew for 3-5 minutes before serving. Stir before serving.
- Pour a little milk into each cup before pouring the tea through a strainer if necessary, and sweeten with sugar as required.
- You can omit the milk and serve the tea with lemon slices if you wish.
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Dora Lucy
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any tea lover.
Shahi Sa
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to enjoy a cup of English tea.
Zeeshan Gill
[email protected]This tea is the perfect way to relax and unwind at the end of a long day.
Franklyn Ndubuisi
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the tea is delicious.
Kelly Willman
[email protected]This is the best English tea recipe I've ever tried. The tea is flavorful and refreshing.
East africa
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to enjoy a cup of English tea.
Tamustwa Makore
[email protected]This tea is the perfect way to start my day. It's light and refreshing, with just enough caffeine to give me a boost.
Marco Bia
[email protected]I love the addition of milk and sugar to this recipe. It makes the tea extra creamy and delicious.
Junior K-78
[email protected]I'm not a big tea drinker, but this recipe has changed my mind. The tea is so smooth and flavorful.
Mansoorjanwari
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it several times and it's always a hit.
Zubeda Najjemba
[email protected]The perfect afternoon pick-me-up! I love the delicate flavor of this tea.
Nicola Walters
[email protected]I love how simple this recipe is. Just a few ingredients and a few minutes, and you have a delicious cup of tea.
Kb Whizzy
[email protected]I've tried many English tea recipes, but this is the only one that gets it just right. The flavor is rich and complex, with a perfect balance of tannins and sweetness.
Josh Clark
[email protected]This is hands down the best English tea recipe. Easy to follow and turns out perfect every time.