Tea & Coffee in the United Kingdom: Tradition, Toast & Afternoon Calm
🇬🇧 Tea & Coffee in the United Kingdom: Tradition, Toast & Afternoon Calm 🫖 Where Tea Is Time Itself The UK is world-famous for its tea culture — from morning cuppas to high-society afternoon tea. But in recent years, artisan coffee has made strong inroads, creating a unique blend of old ritual and modern buzz. 🫖 The Culture of Tea in Britain Tea first arrived in the UK in the 1600s and quickly became a national obsession. Today, it’s still the drink of choice for moments of calm and community. From builders’ brews to fine Darjeeling, Brits take their tea seriously. Milk-first or tea-first? A national debate Afternoon tea includes scones, clotted cream, and jam Black teas like English Breakfast and Earl Grey dominate ☕ Coffee in the UK: The Modern Cup The UK has embraced specialty coffee in recent years, especially in cities like London, Manchester, and Bristol. You’ll find indie cafés, oat milk flat whites, and pour-overs on every corner. ...