Regular tea drinkers keeping track of their supplies
You want 80 tea bags in a single box, rather than a total made up of several packs.
Who is this option for?
Fans of plain black tea
You want to tell a black tea blend apart from Earl Grey or fruit-flavoured tea before buying a larger pack.
People who consider when they drink their tea
You sometimes drink tea later in the day, or take your sensitivity to caffeine into account when stocking up.
What sets the different pack sizes apart?
A box of 80 tea bags
Choose this if: you want a specific number of tea bags in one pack and a plain blend, such as the PG Tips Original listed on Joybuy.
Bear in mind: this option doesn’t give you the variety of an assortment of blends.
A box of 100 tea bags
Choose this if: you’re happy to go over 80 tea bags; Auchan lists Lipton Yellow Label in this size, while Twinings offers 100 bags of Original Earl Grey.
Bear in mind: Original Earl Grey is flavoured with bergamot, so it isn’t the right choice if you’re looking for plain black tea.
A multipack containing 80 tea bags in total
Choose this if: you prefer to switch between flavours; a Lipton multipack contains fruit-flavoured black teas.
Bear in mind: the 80 tea bags are split across several boxes rather than packed in one.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Pack size | Count the tea bags in each box and the boxes in each multipack; also check the net weight when comparing packs. | I want 80 tea bags in one box, without having to store several packs in the cupboard; around 46% of consumers would make this exact pack size their priority. |
| Blend and flavour | Read the ingredients to distinguish plain black tea from flavoured blends, particularly those flavoured with bergamot or fruit. | If I drink the same tea regularly, I’d rather choose the blend before stocking up; nearly 27% of consumers would put this first. |
| Caffeine and timing | Bear in mind the caffeine in tea and check the product-specific information. | If I drink tea later in the day, when I have it matters more to me than the box size; around 27% of consumers would prioritise this. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming a multipack of 80 tea bags is one box
A multipack may contain several boxes and different blends. It won’t fit in your cupboard in the same way as one pack of 80 tea bags.
Check how many boxes there are, how many tea bags each contains and which blends are included.
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Choosing a large pack without checking the ingredients
A flavoured blend may not suit someone looking for plain black tea to drink regularly.
Compare the ingredients: Joybuy lists black tea as an ingredient for PG Tips Original, while Twinings describes Original Earl Grey as a bergamot-flavoured tea.
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Forgetting about caffeine
The size of the pack doesn’t change the caffeine in the tea. The Anses says that caffeine can delay falling asleep and reduce the length or quality of your sleep.
If you drink tea late in the day, consider your sensitivity and when you have it.
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Not sealing an opened pack properly
With a large box, the last tea bags may stay in the cupboard for longer, so it’s worth taking care over how you store them.
Follow the instructions on the packaging and seal it carefully after opening, keeping it away from moisture and strong smells.
Brands to consider
PG Tips
Worth considering if you’re looking for a single box of 80 tea bags of plain black tea.
- The Joybuy listing for PG Tips Original states that it contains 80 tea bags, weighs 232 g and has black tea as an ingredient.
- These details apply to PG Tips Original, not every product in the range.
Lipton
Choose between its products depending on whether you want a large box of black tea or a multipack of flavoured blends.
- Auchan lists Yellow Label in a box of 100 tea bags; a separate Lipton multipack contains 80 fruit-flavoured black tea bags in total.
- The 80 tea bags in the multipack are split across several boxes, so it isn’t a single box of plain black tea.
Twinings
Worth a look if you’re more interested in Earl Grey than in an exact pack size of 80 tea bags.
- Twinings offers Original Earl Grey, a black tea flavoured with bergamot, in packs of 50 and 100 tea bags.
- Choose this blend for its flavour, rather than as an alternative to plain black tea.
Kusmi Tea
Explore this brand if you’d like a choice of black teas, either in tea bags or loose.
- Kusmi Tea offers black teas in both tea bag and loose-leaf formats.
- If you’re looking for a box of 80 tea bags, check the packaging details for the product you choose.
A box of 80 tea bags on Joybuy
If you’re stocking up on plain black tea in a single pack of 80 tea bags, this product matches the size you’re looking for.
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PG Tips Original, 80 tea bags, 232 g
An option if you want 80 bags of plain black tea in a single pack.
The listing states a net weight of 232 g and lists black tea as an ingredient.
If you’re keeping an eye on your caffeine intake, check the packaging information and choose when to drink it accordingly.
Frequently asked questions
Does “80 tea bags” always mean one box?
No: it can also refer to the total number in a multipack. The Joybuy listing for PG Tips Original shows 80 tea bags in one pack, while a Lipton multipack contains 80 bags split across several boxes. Check the packaging details before you choose.
How should I store a box of black tea after opening?
Follow the instructions on the packaging and seal it carefully. For PG Tips Original, the listing recommends keeping the pack dry and away from direct light and strong smells.
Is black tea suitable for drinking late in the day?
That depends in part on how sensitive you are to caffeine. The Anses says caffeine in tea can delay falling asleep and reduce the length or quality of your sleep. If you’re choosing tea to drink regularly, take the time of day into account.
What should I look for on the label before buying a large pack?
First, check the number of tea bags per box, the net weight and the ingredients list so you know what quantity and blend you’re buying. The DGCCRF lists the product name, ingredients and net weight among the information that must appear on food labels.
What does “best before” mean?
This wording gives a best-before date, which is different from a use-by date. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, food may lose some of its qualities after this date; also check the condition of the packaging and any storage instructions.