Brodies Scottish Breakfast loose leaf tea in an ornate embossed gold gift tin, 125g
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Brodies Scottish Breakfast loose leaf black tea

Scottish Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea Gift Tin

£12.00

125g loose leaf tea · Keepsake gift tin

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Our rich, malty Scottish breakfast tea, blended from fine Assam and Kenya black teas and presented as loose leaf in a beautifully embossed gift caddy.

Bright, brisk and full of flavour, it's the perfect way to start the day, and a gift any tea lover will treasure.

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Description

Breakfast tea has deep roots at Brodies.

In 1892, Robert Drysdale, one of the tea merchants behind our company, is credited with producing the first blend sold as breakfast tea.

Our Scottish Breakfast blend continues that tradition today, and this loose leaf edition is the most traditional way to enjoy it.

The blend brings together two great black tea origins.

Assam, from north-east India, gives depth, body and a rich malty note. Kenyan tea adds briskness, a lively finish and a bright, coppery colour in the cup. Together they make a strong, full-flavoured tea that's perfect with a splash of milk.

Brewing loose leaf tea gives the tea room to move and unfurl in the pot, and lets you control exactly how strong each cup is. It's a small ritual that makes the first cup of the day feel special.

The tea comes in a beautifully embossed, gold-toned tin with a thistle design. It keeps the tea fresh on the shelf. Once the tea has been enjoyed, the tin makes an elegant caddy to refill again and again.

Ingredients and product details
  • Ingredients: Black tea.
  • Contents: 125g loose leaf tea.
  • Dietary: Suitable for vegans and vegetarians. No added flavourings.
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure
Loose Leaf Assam and Kenya
125g Gift Tin
Breakfast Tea Heritage Since 1867
A Gift to Treasure

Why you'll love our Scottish Breakfast loose leaf tea

A rich, malty Scottish classic in a tin worth keeping.

Brodies Scottish Breakfast loose leaf tea gift tin

Rich and malty

Assam teas give this blend its depth and signature malty character, making it strong enough to stand up to milk.

Bright and brisk

Kenyan teas add a lively, brisk finish and a bright, coppery colour, so every cup tastes fresh and invigorating.

The loose leaf ritual

Brew it in a pot exactly the way you like it, from a gentle morning cup to a bold, strong brew.

An heirloom-style tin

The ornate, embossed tin makes this a gift to treasure, and a beautiful caddy to refill long after the tea is gone.

Our story

The home of breakfast tea

Scotland has a strong claim to breakfast tea.

  • The origins

    Brodies was founded in 1867 by three Scottish tea merchants, and in 1892 Robert Drysdale is credited with creating the first breakfast blend.

  • The journey

    The story goes that when Queen Victoria was served a Scottish breakfast blend at Balmoral, she enjoyed it so much she took a supply south. There it became known as English Breakfast Tea.

  • The Scottish style

    Scottish breakfast tea is traditionally a little stronger and maltier than its English cousin, often thanks to a higher share of Assam, a style said to suit Scotland's soft water.

  • Our blend

    Our blend follows that tradition, blended for porridge, toast and a long day ahead.

Long before tea bags became common in Britain, loose leaf tea was how every cup was made, measured from a caddy into a warmed pot. This gift tin is our tribute to that tradition. Read more about our history, or explore our full tea collection.

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How to brew

  • 1Heaped tsp per person
  • 100°Freshly boiled
  • 3-5Minutes
  1. Always use freshly drawn water.
  2. Warm the pot, then add one heaped teaspoon of tea per person, plus one for the pot if you like it strong.
  3. Pour on freshly boiled water (100°C) and brew for 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Strain into your cup and add milk to taste.
  5. If you don’t have a teapot? A tea infuser or strainer in a mug works perfectly.

Brewing tip

It's a robust, full-bodied blend designed to keep its rich flavour with a splash of milk.

Scottish Breakfast loose leaf tea FAQs

Clear, simple answers to help you choose with confidence.

Is this the same tea as Scottish Breakfast in tea bags?

Yes. It's the same Assam, Kenya and Zimbabwe blend as our Scottish Breakfast Tea Drum, presented as loose leaf in a premium gift tin.

How much tea do I use?

Use one heaped teaspoon per cup, or per person in a teapot. Add an extra spoonful for the pot if you like a stronger brew.

How long should I brew it?

Brew with freshly boiled water for 3 to 5 minutes: 3 for a lighter cup, 5 for a bold, malty one.

Do I need a teapot?

A teapot is the traditional way to brew loose leaf, but a tea infuser, strainer or filter in your mug works just as well.

How many cups does a tin make?

Around 50 cups, based on roughly 2.5g of tea per cup. It depends on how strong you like your tea.

Does it go well with milk?

Yes. It's a robust, full-bodied blend designed to keep its rich flavour with a splash of milk.

Can I refill the tin?

Yes. The tin is designed to be kept, and it makes an elegant caddy for refilling with your favourite loose leaf tea.

Does it contain caffeine?

Yes. Like all black teas, it naturally contains caffeine.

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Robert Drysdale is credited with the first breakfast tea blend.

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