Scottish Breakfast Tea
United Kingdom — Blend
Oxidation: full
Harvest: year-round
Tasting Profile
Extremely bold, smoky, full-flavored
Strongest breakfast blend, smoky and malty
Extremely full-bodied
Smoky, malty, very bold
Brewing Guide
Temperature
95-100°C
203-212°F
Steep Time
3-5 min
Leaf Amount
2.5g / 100ml
Max Infusions
1
About This Tea
Scottish Breakfast Tea stands as one of the finest expressions of tea craftsmanship from Blend, United Kingdom. The production process involves leaves that are crafted through careful blending and preparation techniques that combine multiple ingredients into a harmonious whole, a technique developed through generations of careful experimentation and refinement. The geographical conditions unique to Blend give this tea its unmistakable character, earning it recognition among tea enthusiasts worldwide.
A well-prepared cup of Scottish Breakfast Tea is a multisensory experience. The fragrance immediately conveys extremely bold, smoky, full-flavored, while the palate encounters strongest breakfast blend, smoky and malty. Experienced tea drinkers often note how the flavor evolves as the tea cools, revealing new dimensions of taste with each sip. In terms of stimulation, Scottish Breakfast Tea is high in caffeine with 40-70 mg per cup, rivaling or exceeding some coffees and providing sustained energy.
This tea comes from a region with a rich heritage of tea production and a deep appreciation for quality beverages.
Preparing Scottish Breakfast Tea requires attention to temperature and timing. Water at 95°C to 100°C brings out the best qualities of the leaf, while steeping for 3 to 5 minutes achieves the ideal balance of flavor and body. A ratio of 2.5g per 100ml of water is recommended. With up to 1 possible infusions, each cup provides a new opportunity to appreciate the nuances of this exceptional tea.
The appeal of Scottish Breakfast Tea in contemporary tea culture reflects a broader movement toward mindful consumption and appreciation of artisanal products. As more people seek alternatives to mass-produced beverages, teas like Scottish Breakfast Tea offer an authentic connection to terroir, tradition, and taste. Each cup tells a story — of the land where the leaves were grown, the hands that processed them, and the centuries of knowledge that guided every step of their journey from garden to cup.
Health Benefits
Caffeine Deep Dive
compared to coffee (95 mg)
Based on the FDA guideline of 400 mg/day, you can safely drink up to 7 cups per day.
Track your daily intake with the Caffeine Calculator →Serving Suggestions
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Nutrition Facts
Per 240ml serving
Per 240ml serving
| Calories | 2 kcal |
| Caffeine | 40-70 mg |
| L-Theanine | 5-10 mg |
| Polyphenols | 50-150 mg |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Potassium | 20 mg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 3 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg |