i.e do we still as a nation, drink a lot of tea, or have we been taken over by coffee drinkers?
2006-09-15 10:44:38 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dining Out ➔ United Kingdom ➔ Other - United Kingdom
We're not the most highly respected nations (Scotland, Wales, Ireland & ingurlind) in the near universe for nothing! Two sugars and milk please! Famous Lancaster bomber / Spitfire fighter pilot saying in the early 40's was "Chocks away! Back for tea!"
2006-09-15 14:37:49 · answer #1 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tea has a massive following in Britain. I adore Lady Grey or Earl Grey in the morning and jasmine or green tea in the evenings. Most teas possess anti oxidants and some are used as herbal remedies.
However the latte in its varying and complex forms is in foamy comptetition and has won the cups and of Britons everywhere. More Star Bucks', Costa's and Caffe Nero's popping up than tea rooms.
2006-09-16 22:31:00 · answer #2 · answered by Twinkles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question BUT a bit flawed...coffee arrived in the UK before tea, as did coffee houses (except they weren't called Starbucks).
Coffee came via the Moorish invasions of Europe (southern Spain) whilst tea came via China (& later India). As you can imagine the links with China came much later.
Despite the fact I love Starbucks own brew & a Cheese/Marmite panini, you just cant beat a good cup of English Breakfast tea & a toasted muffin in the morning!
If you like tea try Roibos (Redbush) tea. Its from home & its very refreshing. Its also good for skin complaints HONEST
2006-09-15 20:41:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely. I drink a least five mugs (not cups) of tea a day and haven't touched coffee for years and years. Forget PG Tips - try Yorkshire tea. It's the best! A really cracking mug of tea! Smashing and irreplaceable with a plate of chips, sausages and HP sauce .... ooooh yummy! (Sorry got a little carried away there - time for another cuppa). Golly, forgot about the Marmite and toast .....
2006-09-15 10:56:38 · answer #4 · answered by Jackie J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My town is now full of over-priced coffee shops, and in the workplace, all people seem to do is drink gallons of the stuff! But as for me, its tea all the way! I think in general, it's more the older generation who drink tea... all these coffee shops are just a fashion.. it won't be long before we all get bored of the stuff! Anyway, it's bad for ya
2006-09-15 10:52:31 · answer #5 · answered by miss_ruby_topaz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose nothing can replace tea... but coffee drinkers are on the rise!... I am not that fond of tea and would preferably have a nice mug of Hot Chocolate!
2006-09-15 10:54:37 · answer #6 · answered by Helen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is remarkable how difficult it is to get a decent cup of tea in central London (apart from in greasy spoons): coffee bars seem to have taken over there.
Coffee has managed to become associated in the public mind with wealth and sophistication. It also provides much more of a caffeine boost.
2006-09-17 04:47:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brazil can keep all its coffee I am a staunch tea drinker and will remain so whatever and yes I'd say we are still tea orientated
2006-09-16 05:14:20 · answer #8 · answered by srracvuee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm affraid weve become a nation of lager drinkers.
Maybee the viking heritage, but tea on a devonshire lawn has all but gone, like piorot and agatha.
I did recently drink tea on a devonshire lawn....surrounded by, thogh consuming tea....larger drinkers, with england shirts on, its not the same.
Britania may still rule, but im not sure what she rules over any more.
2006-09-15 10:50:57 · answer #9 · answered by ben b 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tea yes - absolutley. Had to go all day without one today (until about 6.00pm) - was awful!
However I'm surprised at the number of people who say they don't drink hot drinks at all - no tea or coffee, just water or squash.
2006-09-15 10:55:20 · answer #10 · answered by L'il Tree 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋