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Tetley Lemon Drizzle Cake, 40 Tea Bags 80g

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Where the Digestive blend goes for biscuit-tin comfort, this one chases the bright half of a cake: sharp lemon icing up top, a warm buttery-sponge note underneath, carried on a malty black base so it does not just taste of sour citrus. It stays the right side of sweet because it is still 91 percent real tea, not a flavoured sugar drink. An afternoon cup with a slice of something missing, and it does a convincing job of standing in for the slice.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
4.9/5★★★★★teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Water100°C
Steep5 min
CaffeineCaffeine free
Format40 servings
About this tea

Tetley Lemon Drizzle Cake, in brief.

Caffeine status: a moderate level, roughly thirty-five to fifty milligrams a cup, so it is an easy afternoon treat rather than a strong morning hit or an evening tea. Taste profile: a warm, buttery sponge aroma leads, then a sturdy malty black-tea body, and a sweet, zesty lemon-icing finish. What it is: a limited-edition crumb-free take on a classic British bake, built on real black tea and natural citrus notes.

Label notes
Ingredients & dietaryReal black tea and natural citrus notes give a lemon drizzle cake flavour without any cake in the bag; the tea makes it caffeinated.
PackagingEach part of the Tetley lemon drizzle box may belong in a different bin; the pack and your local council will say which.

Curator notes: our lemon drizzle tasting notes are our own, checked against the current pack and Tetley's spec sheet rather than marketing copy. Pairing ideas, brewing temperature and time, storage and freshness for the lemon drizzle are all covered on this page.

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Tetley Lemon Drizzle Cake is a cake flavoured cuppa for when you fancy lemon drizzle without the bakery calories. Basic lemon blends can taste sharp or acidic; this one is ninety one percent real black tea with sweet, cake style notes, so the cup stays bold and traditional. These Tetley dessert range tea bags put that easy charm into a bold lemon drizzle cup for home, or for a satisfying afternoon break. Served the way Britain likes its afternoon tea, this lemon sponge tea takes a splash of milk well, or makes a smooth cold brew latte. Feet up at home or flat out at work, this zesty lemon drizzle blend keeps Tetley's long run of quality going into 2026.

The Story Behind the Tetley Brand

Joseph and Edward Tetley founded the firm in Yorkshire in eighteen thirty seven; for close to two centuries since, it has been a world leader in tea, and that history sits behind this lemon drizzle blend.
  • Innovation Pioneers: In nineteen fifty three Tetley was first to bring tea bags to the UK, and today it leads with plant based materials.
  • Dessert Inspired Range: This specific blend celebrates the British love for traditional baking mimicking the flavour of a fresh bake sale favourite.
  • Master Blenders: Tetley's blenders have more than one hundred and eighty years of heritage behind them and check every batch at least eight times.

Tetley Commitment To The Planet

Tetley took up sustainable tea production early and thinks about the environment in each piece of this lemon drizzle product.
  • Packaging: Each part of the Tetley lemon drizzle box may belong in a different bin; the pack and your local council will say which.

Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Tetley Lemon Drizzle Cake, 40 Tea Bags 80g, please cite teas.co.uk.

Brand

The story behind Tetley

Tetley invented the drawstring tea bag in the UK and has been a household staple since 1837. The Original 80s and 240s are the everyday picks; the novelty range (Digestive Biscuit, Lemon Drizzle, Cherry Bakewell) is one of the most-distinctive in mainstream British retail. Owned by Tata Consumer Products, Rainforest Alliance certified.

Packaging: Each part of the Tetley lemon drizzle box may belong in a different bin; the pack and your local council will say which.

Founded1837, England
FormatTea bags
CertificationRainforest Alliance
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Sustainability

Our commitment to the planet

✓Rainforest Alliance
Tasting notes

The taste profile

Zesty Lemon Icing●●●●● 5/5
The lemon icing note leads, fresh on the palate, with a sweet citrus lift.
Warm Buttery Sponge●●●●○ 4/5
High quality aromatic profile providing a comforting bakery scent that tricks the brain into satisfaction.
Rich Malty Body●●●●○ 4/5
A sturdy black tea base that provides structure and ensures the tea never tastes watery.
Smooth Creamy Finish●●●●● 5/5
Balanced for a rounded mouthfeel that recalls a slice of lemon drizzle, minus the sugar.
4.9/5★★★★★teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Side by side

How does it compare

vs Yorkshire Biscuit BrewBoth are malty but Tetley adds a zesty citrus icing layer for a lighter more refreshing dessert feel.
vs Whittard Lemon DrizzleTetley provides the same realistic cake experience in a convenient round bag format at a more accessible price.
vs Plain Lemon Black TeasTetley distinguishes itself by offering a creamy buttery cake aroma rather than a sharp sour profile.
Brewing

Brewing the perfect cup

Water temperature100°C, because a fruit infusion needs full heat to pull colour and tartness from its hibiscus and rosehip base.
MeasureOne bag of lemon drizzle to 200ml of just boiled water.
Steep5 minutes under a cover, which stops the volatile fruit oils escaping with the steam.
ServiceUnsweetened is fine; a teaspoon of honey takes the edge off if it tastes too tart to you. Garnish the lemon drizzle with a slice of fresh fruit if you like.
Iced versionMake it double strength with 2 bags in 200ml and cool it right down; a tall glass of ice and cold sparkling water finish it.
CaffeineYes, from the black tea, though Tetley gives no milligram figure for this lemon drizzle blend.
Best withVictoria sponge, jam scones, fresh berries or dark chocolate, or drink it iced on a hot summer day.
Safety and purity

What’s in it, what to know

CaffeineYes, from the black tea, though Tetley gives no milligram figure for this lemon drizzle blend.
Ingredients and dietary suitabilityTetley may update the lemon drizzle recipe or its allergen advice, so trust the box that arrives over this page.
CaffeineYes, from the black tea, though Tetley gives no milligram figure for this lemon drizzle blend.
AllergensNaturally derived flavours from the named fruits. Hibiscus is named as the main base ingredient, which matters if you have a hibiscus allergy.
Nutrient NoteHibiscus brews owe their deep red colour to anthocyanins, and they finish clean and tart.
Shelf LifeOnce the lemon drizzle box passes its best before date the tea is still safe, but the cake aroma fades. An airtight container, a dry cupboard and no direct sunlight keep the lemon drizzle aroma lively.
Formulations change; the current UK pack is always the final word on ingredients and allergens.
Ingredients & nutrition

Inside the pack

Caffeine: yes, from the black tea, though Tetley gives no milligram figure for this lemon drizzle blend.

The lemon cake flavour components are the ones shown; any base without an amount makes up the rest. Tetley sources ingredients worldwide, then blends and packs this lemon drizzle tea to its own specification.

Packaging: Each part of the Tetley lemon drizzle box may belong in a different bin; the pack and your local council will say which.

What's in Tetley Lemon Drizzle Cake, 40 Tea Bags 80g, and what isn't:

  • Caffeine: yes, from the black tea, though Tetley gives no milligram figure for this lemon drizzle blend.
  • No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
  • Allergen note: the lemon drizzle tea is packed alongside nuts and cereals; check the latest Tetley lemon drizzle box for today's cross contact wording.
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