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Whittard’s Wisdom

Tea Tips

EARL GREY AND LEMON CUPCAKES

There’s plenty more to our extraordinary teas than the perfect cuppa – many of our blends have also become a staple in the realm of baking.

BATTLE OF THE BREWS

We’re pitting a selection of our best-loved teas cup-to-cup in a bid to crown the “golden caddy”.

#WHITTARDTEADAY

We loved seeing all your pictures, so we decided to share our favourites. Can you find yours?

CHOCOLATE & TEA PAIRING

Our Tea Buyer Linda shared some of her favourite tea-and-chocolate pairings.

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HOW TO HOST AFTERNOON TEA

in the spirit of tea and cake, we’ve pulled together some top tips for hosting your very own afternoon tea.

THE TEA CADDY

The seemingly humble caddy: a centuries-old symbol of tea-drinking tradition.

HOW TO MAKE ICED TEA

For a refreshingly delicious easy iced tea that packs a flavour punch, look no further…

A GUIDE TO BLACK TEA

Fancy getting to grips with the basics of black tea? Discover what makes this tea type an all-day, everyday favourite in the West…

A GUIDE TO GREEN TEA

Curious about green tea’s humble beginnings and the knack to brewing the perfect cup?

A GUIDE TO OOLONG TEA

Not that well acquainted? Never fear, we’ve got everything you need to know right here…

A GUIDE TO ROOIBOS

Ever wondered exactly what Rooibos is?

MATCHA'S ON THE MENU

Let's cut to the chase, what's so great about matcha?

THE WORLD'S BEST TEA?

Darjeeling is often described as the "champagne of teas", so what's the hype?

DOS AND DONT'S OF AFTERNOON TEA

From time of day to stirring technique, we’ve got it down to a “tea”.

HOW TO COLD BREW TEA

Looking to switch up your traditional brew for something new?

EARL GREY BISCUITS

We teamed up with GBBO’s Prue Leith to create an exclusive Earl Grey biscuit.

A GUIDE TO TEA TYPES

Black, green, oolong… Ever wondered what the difference is?

MILK ALTERNATIVES

Dairy free? We've picked the best alternatives for making tea, coffee and hot chocolate.

BREW THE PERFECT CUP

We've put together some tips and tricks to achieve tea perfection.

HOW MUCH CAFFEINE IS IN YOUR TEA?

How much caffeine do you reckon you consume each day?

TEA RECOMMENDATIONS

Spoilt for choice? Tell us what you like, and we'll recommend something new.

LOOSE LEAF VS TEABAGS

Not sure which to pick? Read our handy guide to brewing formats.

THE ETHICAL TEA PARTNERSHIP

We're proud to support the ETP's transformative work in tea-growing communities.

BESTSELLING TEA

Believe the hype: these customer favourites are showstoppingly good.

THE COVENT GARDEN TEABAR

Our tea bar in Covent Garden is the home of all-day afternoon tea.