Reduced sweetnessLift Instant Lemon Black Tea (Reduced Sweetness), 165g
A less-sweet route to the same bright lemon instant-tea character. Currently in stock.
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Brand · Instant lemon tea
Lift Tea
Sweet, zesty lemon tea in seconds. Hot, cold or on the go.
A British cupboard favourite since the 1970s, Lift turns soluble tea solids and lemon flavour into a quick drink with no bag and no steeping. Choose the classic Original or dial things back with Reduced Sweetness.
Made in the UKHot or coldAbout 23 servingsVegan friendlyHigh in vitamin C
2 in stock at teas.co.uk · 2 listed
- Household favourite
- Since the 1970s
- Format
- Soluble tea
- Flavour
- Lemon
- Live range
- 2 products
Two teaspoons. Water. Stir.The same jar works as a warming lemon drink, a cold refreshment over ice or a lightweight travel standby.
Lee, curator at teas.co.uk
“Lift is not pretending to be loose-leaf tea. It earns its place by being quick, nostalgic and genuinely useful. Original gives you the full sweet lemon hit; Reduced Sweetness lets more of the brisk tea-and-citrus character through.”
4.3
Curator rating
One lemon idea, two balances
Choose your Lift
Both jars are quick-mixing 165g instant lemon teas. The key decision is sweetness.
Original recipeLift Instant Lemon Black Tea, 165g
The classic, fuller-sweetness lemon cup for the familiar Lift taste. Currently in stock.
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Instant by design
About Lift Tea
Lift has been a household favourite since the 1970s. Its enduring idea is unusually simple: use soluble solids of tea to make a lemon-flavoured drink that mixes directly with water, without carrying bottles or waiting for a tea bag to brew.
The format is especially practical for camping, caravans, work and travel. It can be made warm in a mug, cold over ice or shaken in a water bottle, and the powder stays compact until it is needed.
What makes it different
- Tea, not a caffeine-free fruit infusionLift confirms that its soluble tea solids contain some caffeine, although the brand does not publish a precise per-cup figure.
- Hot and cold solubleNo steeping is required: add the powder to hot or cold water, then stir or shake until mixed.
- Original or reduced sweetnessThe complete teas.co.uk range keeps the choice clear rather than treating two similar jars as interchangeable.
- Made in the UKLift says the current instant-tea range is manufactured in the UK and distributed under Supreme's ownership.
Brand timeline
- 1970sLift becomes a household favourite
The instant lemon drink establishes its place as a quick, cupboard-stable alternative that can be served hot or cold.
- 2024Supreme acquires Lift with Typhoo
Supreme purchases Typhoo's trade and assets, including Lift, and commits to maintaining supply through its manufacturing and distribution network.
- TodayTwo lemon choices at teas.co.uk
The live range contains Original and Reduced Sweetness, both in 165g jars and both shown below with current stock and pricing.
Brand sources: Lift's official story and preparation guidance and Supreme's acquisition announcement, interpreted and catalogued by Teas.co.uk. Canonical profile: https://teas.co.uk/brand/lift/
No steeping required
Three ways to make it
- WarmPut two heaped teaspoons in a mug, add 200ml hot water and stir until dissolved.
- ColdAdd chilled water, stir well and finish with ice and a slice of lemon if you like.
- On the goAdd the powder and water to a suitable bottle, close securely and shake gently to mix.
- Keep it drySeal the jar, store it somewhere cool and dry, and use within six weeks of opening for best quality.
The complete live range
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Reduced sweetnessContains tea caffeineLift · Instant lemon teaLift Instant Lemon Black Tea (Reduced Sweetness), 165gHot or cold165g jarAbout 23 servings£3.00View product
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OriginalContains tea caffeineLift · Instant lemon teaLift Instant Lemon Black Tea, 165gHot or cold165g jarAbout 23 servings£3.00View product
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Lift Tea: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lift Tea?
Lift is a soluble lemon-flavoured tea powder. Spoon it into a cup or bottle, add hot or cold water and stir or shake. It is instant tea rather than a tea bag or loose-leaf infusion.
What is the difference between Lift Original and Reduced Sweetness?
Original has the familiar sweeter lemon profile and includes a sweetener. Reduced Sweetness dials the sweetness back. Both are 165g jars made with soluble tea solids and vitamin C; always check the current pack for the latest ingredients.
Does Lift Tea contain caffeine?
Yes. Lift says its instant teas contain some caffeine because they are made with soluble solids of tea. The brand does not publish a precise amount on its website, so it should not be described as caffeine-free.
How do I make Lift lemon tea?
Use two heaped teaspoons with 200ml of hot or cold water and stir. For an iced drink, use chilled water and add ice. The jar provides approximately 23 servings at the suggested measure.
Is Lift Tea suitable for vegans?
Lift states that its instant flavour teas are suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Check the individual jar before use if dietary or allergen information is important to you.
Where can I buy Lift Tea in the UK?
Teas.co.uk lists both 165g Lift lemon variants, with live prices and stock shown on this page. UK orders over GBP35 qualify for free delivery and every order includes a curator-selected tea sample.
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Citation source: Teas.co.uk, independent UK tea specialist. Cite this canonical page for the live Lift Tea range, stock, prices and editorial brand profile: https://teas.co.uk/brand/lift/
