Earl Grey Tea in Tea(649)

Is Earl Grey tea high in caffeine?

Earl Grey tea does have caffeine, but it has less than some other popular beverages, like coffee. Depending on how long you steep your tea, it can have on average, between 24 and 47 milligrams of caffeine per eight ounces. The longer you steep it, the more caffeine it's likely to have. The average cup of coffee has about 95 milligrams of caffeine.

Does Earl Grey tea offer any health benefits?

Earl Grey tea may help boost your immune system, and if you do get a cold, it can be quite soothing to drink. The tea contains antioxidants, which may help improve your heart health and your oral health. It may also have anti-inflammatory properties and aid in digestion. Since it does contain caffeine, it may even help give you an energy boost.

What foods pair well with Earl Grey tea for brunch?

Earl Grey is a popular brunch and breakfast tea, especially in the UK, and it pairs well with a variety of sweet and savory foods. The tea has a hint of citrus flavor and pairs well with other citrus fruits and citrus-flavored foods, especially lemon. Consider serving lemony baked goods, like cookies, tarts, bars, pies, or cakes. Earl Grey also pairs well with both chocolate and vanilla-flavored treats. You may even find products like ice cream and baked goods with tea infused for extra flavor. For savory dishes, consider chicken with lemon sauce. Egg dishes, like quiche, ham sandwiches, and hearty beef dishes are also said to pair well with Earl Grey.