Form
Pyramid bags
Leaf
Black
Brew temp
212°F
Steep time
3-5 min
The verdict
Where this pick fits.
The black tea Britain actually drinks. Tight-bound pyramids dosed with a robust Assam–Kenyan blend that stands up to milk, sugar, and being forgotten in the mug for an extra minute. Brew strong. Pour confident.
What Britain actually drinks. Pyramid-bound. Forgiving of a long steep. It earned its spot in our lineup by solving the stage it's supposed to solve — without pretending to solve every stage after it.
Quick take
- Best for: morning, milk + sugar, British staple
- Format: Pyramid bags
- Leaf: Black
- Caffeine: high
Best for
Where it earns its keep.
- · morning
- · milk + sugar
- · British staple
Head to head
See how it stacks up.
Common questions
Before you pour.
Is the PG Tips Original Pyramid Tea Bags — 240 ct worth it? +
The black tea Britain actually drinks. Tight-bound pyramids dosed with a robust Assam–Kenyan blend that stands up to milk, sugar, and being forgotten in the mug for an extra minute. Brew strong. Pour confident. We keep it in the lineup for morning and milk + sugar.
How much caffeine is in PG Tips Original Pyramid Tea Bags — 240 ct? +
It sits in the high range, which is typical for black tea. A longer steep pulls more caffeine; pull it early in the 3-5 min window to keep the cup lighter.
What water temperature and steep time does PG Tips Original Pyramid Tea Bags — 240 ct need? +
Brew at 212°F for 3-5 min. Our brewing guide has the full method, ratio, and water notes.
Where can you buy the PG Tips Original Pyramid Tea Bags — 240 ct? +
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