How to drink Ceylon tea?

To drink Ceylon tea, steep the loose leaves or tea bag in freshly boiled water (about 90-95°C) for 3–5 minutes, depending on how strong you want it. You can have it plain to really taste its natural briskness, or add a small splash of milk and a sweetener such as sugar or honey to your liking.

The ideal way to prepare it depends on the exact Ceylon tea grade you pick. High-grown Ceylon black teas are often lighter and a bit more delicate, so they usually work best served black or with just a thin slice of lemon. Meanwhile, low-grown Ceylon teas tend to be more commanding, with a robust flavour that holds up nicely when paired with warm milk and sugar. Try to use recently drawn, filtered water so the flavour stays clean. If you want iced tea, brew it with double strength first, pour it directly over ice, and finish with fresh mint leaves or lemon wedges.