Form
Paper bags
Leaf
Black
Brew temp
212°F
Steep time
4 min
The verdict
Where this pick fits.
Bold malty Assam-led blend. Built to be drunk with milk. The kind of cup you make without thinking — and finish without thinking either.
Malt, milk, finished. The mug doesn't ask for a second thought. 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, commuter, milk + sugar
- Format: Paper bags
- Leaf: Black
- Caffeine: high
Best for
Where it earns its keep.
- · morning
- · commuter
- · milk + sugar
Head to head
See how it stacks up.
Common questions
Before you pour.
Is the Tazo Awake English Breakfast Black Tea worth it? +
Bold malty Assam-led blend. Built to be drunk with milk. The kind of cup you make without thinking — and finish without thinking either. We keep it in the lineup for morning and commuter.
How much caffeine is in Tazo Awake English Breakfast Black Tea? +
It sits in the high range, which is typical for black tea. A longer steep pulls more caffeine; pull it early in the 4 min window to keep the cup lighter.
What water temperature and steep time does Tazo Awake English Breakfast Black Tea need? +
Brew at 212°F for 4 min. Our brewing guide has the full method, ratio, and water notes.
Where can you buy the Tazo Awake English Breakfast Black Tea? +
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