Afternoon Tea Recipes

Time for Tea

Choosing the right tea is half the fun of hosting an afternoon tea. And, with so many different blends and flavours, there's something to suit every guest, every mood, and every occasion.

Loose leaf teas bring a little extra theatre to the table, from the light notes of Darjeeling to the boldness of Assam, or maybe something a bit less traditional, such as an Oolong tea. Whatever loose leaf tea you go for, there's added joy to spooning out the leaves, and letting it brew before sipping and savouring.

Food Pairing

For something softer, a caffeine-free herbal infusion like camomile or a fruit and herbal infusion can pair really well with whatever delights you have on your table. Why not pair your cakes and sweet treats with your tea blends:

Sweet citrus cakes: Earl Grey tea has a distinct citrusy flavour and is strong enough to cleanse the palate and cut through the sharpness of citrusy cakes, bringing out the sweetness.

Cream tea and cream cakes: The strong and malty flavour of Assam black tea compliments creamy foods and provides a balance to the sweetness.

Sponge cake: Try something with a hint of vanilla to really enhance that buttercream icing or to complement the jam. Like our Earl Grey with creamy vanilla, or a Moment of Calm.

Lemon cakes or custard tarts: Lady Grey and English Breakfast tea go wonderfully with any lemon flavouring, and are both full-bodied enough for strong flavours. Or try a Lemon & Ginger tea lemon and ginger tea .

Have a selection of teas and let your guest choose their blends, or try different blends with different sandwiches and cakes to see what your guests enjoy best.

Afternoon Tea Recipes

Part of the fun of creating an afternoon tea is making sandwiches and baking delicious cakes and treats .

Here are a few recipes that really help to set your aftenoon tea apart.

Earl Grey Infused Sugar-Free Tea Loaf

Using maple syrup or honey, spelt flour, and Earl Grey tea, this fruity cake is perfect with plenty of butter.

Lemon & English Afternoon Drizzle Cake

Zesty and comforting, the ideal bake for a cup of tea and a slice of cake.

Vegan Sponge Cake

with dairy-free almond butter frosting

Soft, moist, and not too sweet, this vegan sponge cake, with its creamy, dairy-free almond butter frosting, is a little slice of heaven.