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Twinings Strand Tea Shop In the Olden Days

100 Years of Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership

Twinings is proud to be featured in Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership, a new commemorative publication produced as part of an official History of Parliament project, in partnership... Read more...

Vegan Tea - All You Need To Know

Being vegan is all about what you CAN have, not what you can’t. So for information and inspiration, read on! Read more...

Tea Glossary: Essential Tea Terms Explained

Tea-minology - all you need to know when tasting tea. The world of tea has a whole language unto itself so we’ve created a glossary of tea terms to help. Read more...

Oolong Tea: The Black Dragon

Oolong is a complex, intriguing and multi-faceted tea that holds the most delicate and soft flavour. Read more...

Tea Superstitions

Join us in looking at how tea is far more than just a drink, from the beloved drink’s history to the different cultures surrounding tea in the UK. Read more...

Peppermint Tea - The Makings of Marvellous Mint Tea

The taste of fresh mint wakes us up in the morning and soothes after dinner. There are as many infusions of tea with mint as there are uses for this... Read more...

Tea Etiquette

From brewing to serving, if you want to do tea right, here are some simple rules for elevating your tea experience and tea party. Read more...

Earl Grey Flavours from Twinings - Discover our Range

Earl Grey has practically become synonymous with Twinings. It was invented at our shop on the Strand in 1831 at the behest of the Prime Minister Charles Grey. Read more...

Whole camomile buds

Camomile makes a beautiful base note for other flavours. These premium quality Camomile heads give the best flavour, and are perfect for herbal infusions. Read more...

Lemongrass & Peppermint

A fragrant and colourful infusion of sublime flavour, our Lemongrass and Peppermint infusion is naturally caffeine free. Explore it here. Read more...

Tales of the Tea Pot

The eponymous teapot has become an English institution. For many of us a teapot means so much more than a mere vessel for brewing and pouring tea. Read more...

Jacksons of Piccadilly - Luxury Fairtrade Teas

Our comprehensive range of premium ethical teas offer exceptional flavours from a wide variety of Fairtrade registered growers, with superior black teas, speciality teas, authentic Sencha Green teas and a... Read more...

Redbush, Rooibos - African Red Tea Explained

There's no need to beat around the bush, the delicious taste of Redbush tea is a versatile caffeine-free tea that makes a great substitute for your everyday cuppa. Read more...

What Is Tea?

With over 300 years of experience, we know a thing or two about tea. So, just what is tea? How did it come to be? Where does it come from?... Read more...

Tea Categories & Origins

Yunnan, Assam, oolong, Long Jing, black and blue… With so many kinds of tea available, it’s easy to feel lost in a sea of names and colours. But when it... Read more...

How To Get Started With Loose Leaf Tea

Whether you want to step your tea game up a notch, experiment with different tastes and blends, or just fancy taking your tea adventures to a whole new level, loose... Read more...

Tea Grading

Know your Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe from your Fannings? Find out what’s behind the terminology used in grading tea? Read more...

Making The Most of Your Loose Leaf Tea with an infuser

When you have a moment to really savour your cuppa, a loose leaf tea can open up whole new possibilities in flavour. Read more...

What is White Tea?

One of the most delicate varieties of tea, White tea is the most lightly processed, which gives it a unique, fragrant flavour. So what exactly is White tea? Read more...

The Great Tea Debate: Tea With or Without Milk?

The Great Tea Debate: With or Without Milk?

How do you take your tea?’. Often followed with ‘one lump or two?’ But when it comes to milk in tea, do you, don’t you, should you or won’t you?... Read more...

The Basics of Reading Tea Leaves

Have you ever wanted to read your tea leaves for clues as to what the future has in store for you? We’ve covered the basics to get you started. Read more...

What Is Bubble Tea?

Bubble tea is a Taiwanese recipe made by blending tea with milk, fruit and fruit juices, then adding tasty tapioca pearls and shaking vigorously. Read more...

Where is Tea From?

Where does Tea come from? Explore the origins of tea and where our different blends originate from around the world. Read more...

Camomile or Chamomile? That is the Question

Camomile or chamomile, caffeinated or non-caffeinated? That is the question. We've got everything you need to know about this fragrant herbal infusion. Read more...