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Builder's Tea (And How to Make It Properly) (self.Jumpy_Car_7086)
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Safety Concerns of Sun Tea, Is Cold Brew Tea Safer? (self.Jumpy_Car_7086)
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CO2 Decaffeination [Caffeine-Free]
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CO2 Decaffeination: How Wee Tea Keeps Flavor Intact (self.ScottishTeaInAmerica) [Tea Talk]
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The London Fog has its own Wik 🤯. (i.redd.it) [Photo]
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The London Fog has its own Wik 🤯. (i.redd.it)
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The London Fog has its own Wik 🤯. (i.redd.it)
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The London Fog latte (yep, the cozy Earl Grey + steamed milk + vanilla drink) actually has its own Wik🤯. (self.ScottishTeaInAmerica) [recipe]
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Is it a Latté or a Frappé? (naturallyscotland.com)
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Is it a Latté or a Frappé? (naturallyscotland.com) [recipe]
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🫖 A Wee Scottish to English Tea Dictionary (naturallyscotland.com) [General]
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The only way to tell for sure... drink only Scottish tea for the next year or so and then switch to English or Irish blend teas.
https://naturallyscotland.com/product-tag/scottish-tea/
Jumpy_Car_7086
I don't know where you are shopping but I recommend Wee Tea. They use CO2 processing to remove about 97–99% of the caffeine. It makes a better tasting decaf.
https://naturallyscotland.com/shop/decaf-breakfast-black-tea/
Jumpy_Car_7086
I don't know where you are shopping but I recommend Wee Tea. They use CO2 processing to remove about 97–99% of the caffeine. It makes a better tasting decaf.
https://naturallyscotland.com/shop/decaf-breakfast-black-tea/
Jumpy_Car_7086
In the US, decaffeinated teas must have at least 97% of its caffeine removed to be recognized as decaffeinated. A properly brewed cup of tea should have less than 1 mg of caffeine per 8oz serving.
If you order online you can get an imported decaf Scottish breakfast tea from Wee Tea Co. They use a co2 decaffeination process.
https://naturallyscotland.com/shop/decaf-breakfast-black-tea/
Jumpy_Car_7086
That makes sense. Thinking about it, cinnamon and nutmeg don't exactly sound like they fit a floral flavor profile.
Jumpy_Car_7086
I usually only do milk if I feel like my tea isn't going to be sitting very long. Never sugar, maybe honey.
Jumpy_Car_7086
Nice. For reference, how much is a good amount or how much is too much?
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Thistle Tea Latte Ingredients
- 1 Edinburgh Thistle Tea bag1
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Ice cubes (for iced version)
- Pinch of cardamom or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Brew the Thistle Tea
Place 1 Edinburgh Thistle Tea bag in a cup.
Pour 1 cup boiling water over the tea bag. Steep for 4–5 minutes for a full-bodied flavor1.
Remove the tea bag.
Sweeten and Add Milk
Stir in honey or maple syrup while the tea is hot.
Add 1/2 cup milk. Froth the milk with a frother, whisk, or or blender for a creamy texture.
Tea blending for Scottish tastes goes back centuries, tied to Scotland’s long tradition of importing and trading teas through key ports. The blend reflects not only flavor preferences but also cultural authenticity—rooted in the Scottish approach to hearty breakfasts and colder climates.
English Breakfast tends to be milder, while Irish Breakfast is typically very strong and malty (often Assam-heavy). Scottish Breakfast strikes a balance: it has the boldness and depth of flavor, but without tipping into bitterness or heaviness.
Scottish Breakfast Tea was blended specifically to complement soft water, ensuring a fuller flavor extraction and smoother taste compared to English or Irish Breakfast blends. Because Scottish tea was engineered for difficult water and balanced taste, Scottish Breakfast Tea is arguably the most consistent and reliable of the three.