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Apolis Irish Breakfast Tea Bags Black Tea
$18.49
Start your morning with a bold, malty brew that's built for breakfast. Apolis Irish Breakfast Tea Bags deliver the hearty character Irish tea lovers expect—a full-bodied black blend with a clean, brisk finish that cuts through milk and sugar without losing its personality.
What sets this blend apart is its balance. While the malty sweetness and robust cup provide serious staying power, the coppery-red liquor finishes crisp and bright. You get strength without harshness, making it equally satisfying on its own or as a morning companion to food.
The Story Behind the Blend: Irish breakfast teas have always leaned toward the malty, affordable teas from colonial India—a different path from their English counterparts, which historically favored pricier Chinese teas. That heritage shows in every steep of this blend.
Why You'll Love This Apolis Blend
- Full-bodied and malty with genuine breakfast-table character
- Brisk, clean finish that works beautifully with or without milk
- Consistent quality in every tea bag—no fuss, just flavor
- Perfect for establishing a reliable morning ritual
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Apolis Irish Breakfast Tea Bags compare to English Breakfast?
Irish breakfast tea traditionally uses more malty, robust Indian teas, while English breakfast blends historically favored lighter Chinese teas. This blend delivers the heartier, fuller-bodied character you'd expect from an authentic Irish style.
Can I drink this Apolis blend without milk?
Absolutely. While the brisk finish complements milk beautifully, the clean flavor and balanced malty sweetness make it excellent on its own—no additions needed.
What's the best way to brew these tea bags?
Steep one bag in 8–10 oz of water at 200–212°F for 3–5 minutes. The longer steep brings out the full malty character; adjust to taste.
Specifications
- Ingredients: Organic black teas.
- Format: Tea bags
- Flavor Profile: Burly, malty, brisk
- Origin: House blend
- Best Time: Breakfast and morning
- Serve: Hot, with or without milk
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
Decaf: most caffeine removed; a small amount remains
Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
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| Price | From $18.49 | $14.99 | From $6.99 | $5.00 |
| Price per cup | from $0.92 / cup | $0.30 / cup | from $0.22 / cup | Not listed |
| Brand | Apolis Tea | Harney & Sons | Culinary Teas | Tea with Tae |
| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Tea bags | Tea bags | Loose leaf or tea bags | Tea bags |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Round, Smooth | Smooth, Round | Smooth, Round | Round |
| Key ingredients | Black Tea | Black Tea | Black Tea | Black Tea |
| Origin | Not listed | India | Kenya, India | Not listed |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
