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A G U I D E to E N G L I S H T E A
E N G L I S H B R E A K F A S T. As the
name implies, this is the ideal
morning brew—a full-bodied, richly
flavoured tea with a robust aroma.
It usually consists of a blend of
black teas from Assam, Sri Lanka
and Kenya; more expensive blends
may include Chinese Keemun tea.
English Breakfast tea goes well with
milk and sugar.
D A R J E E L I N G . Called the
"champagne of tea," this light-
coloured tea has a mild, floral aroma
and is distinguished by its refreshing,
thin-bodied flavours. It is available
in black, green, white or oolong
varieties. True Darjeeling comes
from the eponymous area of India's
Bengal region, though some types
are falsely labelled as such.
