This golden liquor is characterized by a rich and tangy flavour, somewhat like malt. Its consumption is particularly appropriate in the morning and is accompanied by either milk or lemon. It has a very soothing aroma with slight notes of raisins. It is also high in caffeine.

Essentially calorie-free, English breakfast tea is a powerhouse of nutrients as it contains potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. It also has a rich supply of B vitamins, including folate, as well as minerals such as fluoride that promotes dental health. English breakfast tea boasts of various antioxidants.