Vintage Victorian Tea Selection Tin

Pour the water over the teabag in your favourite cup. Stir once and then wait. Once brewed to your taste, remove the bag. Add a splash of milk (if that's your thing) and stir. Try adding the milk to the cup first, for a smoother taste.

If you're after a builders brew in a mug, try doubling up on teabags.

Heat the pot with a little boiling water, and then pour away. Add your teabags to the pot and fill with fresh water, just off the boil. Stir once and steep for 3-5 minutes and you're ready to pour into your favourite cup. Add milk and sugar to taste. Pour the infusion into the milk for a smoother brew.

Adjust for different teapot sizes based on the rule of one teabag for every 200ml, with one for the pot.