Afternoon Tea - The Perfect British Cup of Tea - At Home with The Royal Butler

[@davislongsworth7150]

You make me happy!

[@TheRoyalButler]

☕️

[@jessienielsen8605]

Just discovered this channel and am now binge watching. Handsome, classy, well spoken, delightful accent, tug-at-your-heartstrings dogs, beautiful, upbeat. In a time when the world is turning upside down, thank you (from California) for this refuge of good taste and decency.

[@ladybug160]

@Jessie Nielsen, Enjoy! And I agree with you 🌼 I discovered The Royal Butler in April this year, and I have been binge watching the delightful episodes ever since.

[@leticiacirio2743]

I agree !! A pleasure to watch these videos.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@Sami-bv5wo]

@Jessie Nielsen, you have said what I have been doing, binge-watching, and it looks like Lady Bug is in the same boat, too🌹

[@jenihansen7201]

HELLO GRANT AND SHUMBA....WE ADORE YOU BOTH SO MUCH......

[@frankelly9773]

That’s how we used to make and serve tea when I was young, we were poor but knew the right things to do. Love Shumba. fx

[@Doreana48501]

And thankyou dear Shumba not so sure how our dear Royal Butler could go on without your input ❤😘

[@lizmuncey4270]

And one for the pot.....thank you Royal Butler.

[@katiem6773]

My mother always used to say noise does not occur in the tea cup, either with your spoon crashing into the sides of the cup or with your mouth drinking the tea. The tea cup is a quiet place. ❤️😀

[@TheRoyalButler]

A wise lady!

[@catherinepositano8544]

Love this comment!.....makes me want to live in a teacup!...

[@katiem6773]

@@TheRoyalButler she was and had British parents who were big tea drinkers.

[@fifteenthofthemonth]

"Test the wind direction". Loved that! That's one of the funniest things I believe I'll hear today. You've made me grin over that, thanks. :)

[@lucybraun8969]

Yes, Shumba must have his own dressing room! 🐾🐾

[@marybazargani6929]

Shumba makes it fun. Loved the video!

[@janetclaireSays]

Thank you for another delightful video.

[@janicewebber5584]

Poor little pup seems so timid.🥺 I just want to kiss him & tickle him.🥰❤️

[@sueking4541]

Thank you, dear Grant. That was most informative and very delightful.

[@tonyfurtado5595]

I just saw 2 documentaries on the Royal Family and I was delighted to see that you were interviewed in both.

[@TheRoyalButler]

I have done quite a few here in the UK, so i keep popping up accross the tv networks lol.

[@staceymccook5424]

I love this. Thank you.

[@laurenwalker4645]

He even wants a dressing room know can you imagine ermm I am a star ⭐️😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😂

[@dianneraphael8248]

Lovely little presentation today. I was smiling through out. Love your humour. Love the wee dogs.

[@heatherdeavalon]

I love a funny Scot!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Moi 😉

[@jansheehan302]

Shumba was so delightful, he's such a clever little chap ! Really helpful and entertaining as ever . Thank you for sharing

[@orreng]

Grant…any advice on caring for linens? Stain removal, washing , ironing and such. Thanks! And cheers from Houston!

[@TheRoyalButler]

I will def cover this soon!

[@madeleine7]

@@TheRoyalButler Thank you! That would be wonderful!

[@eshaibraheem4218]

I know perfectly well how to serve tea, but I still love these videos. It must be Shumba

[@TheRoyalButler]

I shall inform him! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻

[@annabanana7298]

Thank you so much! Just what I was wanting. So wonderful to see “the real deal”!

[@cindiwhite5726]

Thank you very much for the fun a d informative video.

[@ruthboundy1094]

Your little videos always bring a smile to my face!! Love them!

[@peggywarren8112]

Tea parties are lots of fun.

[@aroyalaustralian]

Earl Grey & .Russian Caravan are my faves. Russian Caravan tea with cherry 🍒 jam is a wonderful treat. (💖 your China 💖)

[@madeleine7]

Thank you! So nice! My Mum, who had trained in all the best Hotels, taught me all this! My only quibble - that you have to put the water on to boil again and then bring the tea-pot to the kettle - NEVER VICE-VERSA!

[@denicewilkinson6474]

Shumba is a real star ⭐️ thanks for sharing enjoyed your blog! 🇨🇦🙂💕

[@jamesdalton3082]

When preparing my evening "cuppa" tonight, I clattered my silver teaspoon rather loudly in my blue and white Staffordshire cup. I was instantly appalled with myself! "Oh, my, what would The Queen think?" Of course, this brought me to tears, yet again. How will we all do without her?

[@megfrank8372]

Love this one !

[@diannaleath-watson7571]

I love your ‘mischief’ of Royal Dachshunds, so cute. You inspired me to clean some of my antique brass…..the bed warmer looks significantly improved…..lol. I think all your subscribers would love a good cup of tea with you. Thank you for your videos.

[@aroyalaustralian]

Equally inspired. . My grand daughter has enjoyed the emergence of my fine China and silver cutlery. 💖

[@susannevb3451]

What fun, thanks!

[@annabanana7298]

Forgot to add Kudos to the Royal Dachshund!

[@margaretspain2127]

So fun 😆 and informative. I love that puppy!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you for watching 🙏🏻

[@shafur3]

Beautiful thank you for the tips. Both of you are such fun.

[@annevonaichinger2075]

Simply delightful! 🌹🌹🌹 Thank you. Your pup's comments are hilarious!

[@TheRoyalButler]

🙏

[@beeabser]

Love meeting your Simba, and learning from you. What a sense of humour you both have!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you for watching ma’am

[@nmj2411]

As an American who has always preferred tea since childhood, I’ve always been curious as to how the English have tea. Thank you!

[@claudiamandini]

My most respected “Tuber”, Please receive my appreciation for your wonderful pod! I would devotedly like to let you know, it can not be imagined, how great your contribution is to the whole world. You are also honoring your Nation, by letting this teachings on line! Thought I am from Italian origins, Great Britain, I think, is the cradle of good manners. Thanks then, for becoming yourself the Most Grand Teacher, to the rest of humanity. Letting us know, how our appreciated (by deserved honor) Majestic-World-Granny, has Her Meals granted, letting a tiny bit of Her example, through a person such as your awesome self, adds sooo much Value to the people as human beings. It’s a much appreciated honor, and a most loving touch for our hearts, and homes. I warmly salute you, thankfully, from Caracas, Venezuela.

[@sylviaamponsah6761]

You always make my day! I will have a cuppa soon! Cheers!

[@cassandramarrelli3363]

Hahaha straws you're so cheeky Grant!

[@peaceonearth8693]

(meanwhile I'm sipping McD coffee through a narrow black stirrer..) :-O

[@cassandramarrelli3363]

@@peaceonearth8693 I'm a McDonald's coffee lover myself. K cups, grinds or at restaurant.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Moi 🧐😉😉

[@831roliver]

Grant! Thank you so much for bringing a bit of delight to the middle of the work week. I must go now and prepare my Earl Grey! Greetings from Virginia (US)

[@TheRoyalButler]

🙏🏻

[@SB-ll1tt]

I was very surprised when I saw the lemon. It’s just not done anymore but when you said Earl Grey it all made sense. Perfect! Thank you

[@martham2930]

Very helpful protocol and many thanks to Shumba for providing the colorful commentary. Lovely!! :)

[@frankelly9773]

Dear Grant, Thank you for showing how to make and serve tea. That’s how we used to do it but now it’s tea bags. Loved seeing Shumba Love from Franx

[@sandravillafuerte7421]

Butly I wish you a very merry merry little christmas on the company of your lovenly puppies and Shumba...here from Central America Panama.Blessings goodwill gentleman...

[@ladybug160]

Aaaah....... Dear Grant and Shumba, thank you both so much for another lovely and informative demonstration. And for the wonderful added humour as always. It was lovely to watch you "playing Mother" - a saying I also grew up with. I would absolutely love to be able to share a lovely cup of tea with you and a wee chat. Alas, I will probably feel quite nervous of my etiquette lol. And I am looking forward to joining you and the wonderful community for this Friday's "In Conversation With The Royal Butler" Keep safe 🌼

[@Doreana48501]

I really miss our dearest Royal Butler. I so hoped he'd be back by now but alas I now fear he's gone for good.

[@altheachance70]

I have dachshunds. ❤️🐾

[@katherineb.3140]

Mr. Harrold, I am a fairly new subscriber here. I live in North Texas. I went to England years ago. I remember in London buying Fortnum and Mason tea. But since I haven’t been in years and am not really in the know, what brand/brands is considered a gold standard in the UK for exceptional teas. I will be hopefully be visiting the UK next year. While visiting, I would love to purchase some excellent tea. Thank you Sir. P.S. I loved your comment on the pinky! 😅

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you and yes I love F&M

[@CatBat90s]

@@TheRoyalButler I'm literally going next year so excited. I keep wondering if you're an actual royal butler 😊

[@CatBat90s]

@@TheRoyalButler I've just read your description what an honour making tea for the royal family.

[@marisolduncan6698]

Love this channel!! Very informative !! The dachshund is so Adorable!!♥️♥️

[@savitriwijesinghe3282]

Lovely video. Love Shumba's comments. Will u be able to do a tour of your house. It looks lovely. Love the plant pot in one of your videos. Lovely and sinple design.

[@TheRoyalButler]

I will do this soon!

[@savitriwijesinghe3282]

Thnx a lot. The plant pot I mentioned was in the video about Princess Diana.

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

@@TheRoyalButler Can’t wait!

[@katemolly100]

Thank you for the information regarding adding the milk! I’ve seen so many people bring it up as a preference but your historical tidbit is a first!

[@kristialexander7677]

I have seen you visit a tailor, so I would so appreciate you explaining the female equivalent - a dresser, dress-maker, ladies maid and their job description; who and how many travel with the Queen when she was on state visits? Also caring for the ladies wardrobe, storage, seasonal changes, etc. I just can not get enough of your teachings. Thank you so very much.

[@NJT109]

You look.particularly impressive in this video! Beautiful shirt, tie and suit! Thanks for posting all these videos. I love them and learn something new in each and every one. You are appreciated!

[@elbaestridge6503]

I'm an American, but I love tea, your instructions are easy to follow, the setting is perfect, and your dog is adorable. Love from 🇺🇸.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@bestchoice1370]

Thank you! Now, as a suggestion, would you mind doing an extended version where you actually use the lemon that you said you take with your Earl Grey? Would appreciate that. XXXX to the litle fury ones!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Of course! I will do this soon.

[@diddyscafe]

Awww... I want his dog ❤️

[@monicagarland614]

Very cute and informative, the human isnt bad either!? Thank you.

[@moraemepasikhani9153]

I really enjoy watching your videos.

[@Linda-lq5nd]

Thank You for another episode of afternoon tea! The Art Of Tea is a time honored tradition in our family! Even though I’m a first generation American my children and grandchildren have been versed in tea etiquette! We have conducted Tea Etiquette for local homeschool groups, Garden Clubs, Church Groups and other civic groups who have expressed interest! I would love for you to cover High Tea and different formalities as such! God Bless ❤️

[@nzmermaid]

I can't tell you how much I love seeing Shimba. Thank you for the wonderful videos. I am surprised to learn that the timing of adding the milk is to do with status! How interesting ☺️

[@mareemurphy8094]

Great channel. Love to put on small tea parties ! 🫖🇬🇧🌹👑

[@stevencraig2448]

Thank you for sharing this great informative video!

[@HarringtonAlexJordan]

Thank you for posting.

[@bronwynfield4870]

Thank you, as always that was lovely and very informative. Your china is beautiful, what pattern is it?

[@TheRoyalButler]

It is heirloom, Royal Albert

[@adventurenana]

I love my Earl Grey tea. Especially on the weekend when I add Baileys Irish Cream. Is there a more English way I can make my tea more… cheerful? 😉 Thanks for another great video. 💕

[@rehmatlokhandwala3627]

More than your tips i enjoy your humour. 😂❤

[@robiahq]

🤭... I find your humour quite hilarious.... Hello from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

[@annabanana7298]

How do you handle scones or tea cakes when having tea? At a proper tea, is everyone always seated, with a little table nearby? Thanks!

[@TheRoyalButler]

I will cover this soon! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻

[@peaceonearth8693]

Treasure hunt request: TRB if we ever regain our freedom. It would be very interesting if you could find an old time tea cup with a moustache guard across the rim.

[@TheRoyalButler]

I see them ofter C., I hope yuo are well and see you in live chat tommorow I hope.

[@Tmanaz480]

I usually prefer large dogs, but I always make exception for Dachshunds.😊

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I belong to a tea group that meets regularly at various tea houses. Our organizer always asks someone to be Mother. Btw, our group is called No Hats Required!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Fantastic! I hope I can join in one day???

[@leslikuyweski4576]

@@TheRoyalButler You are always welcome!

[@leslikuyweski4576]

@@TheRoyalButler You're always welcome!

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

Sounds like fun, where is you group located?

[@leigh4402]

There is a degree of elegance that always amazes me with british tea and something i want to get good at as well! Is it heresy that instead of pouring the water that warms the teapot into the sink i just do it into my slop bowl? Mine is quite huge and its a habit i've carried over from chinese tea.

[@chaplinlily]

Thank you so much, Mr. Harrold and Shumba (or should I have written Shumba and Mr. Harrold?) for another delightful video!! I do have a question, if I may ask. What would be the best amount of time you advise for the tea to sit in the boiling water before serving it? Thank you!

[@TheRoyalButler]

Thank you so much, i nornally allow it to sit for around 4 minutes. ☕️

[@chaplinlily]

@@TheRoyalButler Good to know! Thank you!

[@donajimartinez220]

Beauuuutiful! Muchas gracias por tan bonita clase de Etiqueta. Bellísimo su juego de té. Y hermosisima su perrita. Se parece a la mia, se llama Bonita ☺️ Saludos desde México!

[@lust8505]

Thank you for the information. I love Earl Grey tea because it has Bergemot. In fact I purchase it with double Bergemot. No lemon for me...thank you. It comes down to personal preference I suppose.

[@TheRoyalButler]

It's my favourite tea!

[@katharinatrub1338]

Yes I enjoyed this Tea lesson. Very interesting and Thank your Mr Royal Butler. Also I am fascinated by the Woodentray behind you. Is there a name for such a tray ?

[@laurenwalker4645]

He did mean boiling 🥵 water 😂😂

[@christeljulia]

Thank you!

[@williammitchell6828]

I wish I could send you a picture of my new 18th C sterling pot.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Please do - [e-mail]

[@jenwhitelife2464]

I love your show, I wish you had more to offer as far as konshens on hosting tea parties. Do you have recipes that we could have or should I just look them up somewhere thank you so much. Give Simba a snuggle for me. jenwhite

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

There are delightful books out on hosting tea; I actually have a few. Need to check, but I think Emilie Barnes might be one of the authors. They usually come with recipes and ideas for "themes" in decorating and invitations. The cookbook section in your local library might have something for you. :-)

[@TheRoyalButler]

Maybe I could do a live at some point and host a tea for all of you?

[@Linda-lq5nd]

@@TheRoyalButler , That is a marvelous idea; we would be taking tea together!❤️

[@kellywasson4491]

@@TheRoyalButler Please do, Mr. Harrold!

[@Doreana48501]

Dear Royal Butler What brand name of tea is your favorite. I grew up on Red Rose loose tea as my mom called it. Now I added Tetley tea tho I do occasionally enjoy Earl Grey and China tea.

[@maureenrhysjones4643]

China tea??? Never! Who knows what they'll put in it in this political climate, I mean they put asbestos in baby powder for heaven sakes! Indian tea is just as nice. Enjoy your tea whatever it is.x

[@roweng.4245]

I grew up drinking tea at breakfast, (over on the other side of the water) and still do. We always put the tea in first, and the milk after - I never heard of the other until I was grown. (I'm afraid I make my tea much, much stronger.)

[@scarlie8365]

Shumba has some sass!

[@jamesdalton3082]

Love that silver plateau the teapot is resting on. Is it Georgian?

[@TheRoyalButler]

Spot on!!!

[@peaceonearth8693]

I wonder if there are two versions on the topic of dairy improprieties? In this video both a function of the wares and a derivative status signaling are given as the reasons. But I also seem to remember that milk after was correct in Scotland versus before for some other region? Which might not make sense unless everyone in Scotland had fine tea cups instead of mugs? Perhaps someone will know a bit more about these details? Also, could anyone please explain the ingredient compositions between Scottish and Irish breakfast teas?

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

Maisie Dobbs (she of the mystery series by Jacqueline Winspear) actually gave _economy_ as a reason for putting milk in last. After all, milk is an expense; and if you add it after the tea, you know just how much you should want and don't end up putting in more than you like and really need. ;-) Unless of course, you always-always-always use the very same cup and could add the right amount of milk and sugar in your sleep. :-D

[@thekchencholingsyracuse7146]

Hello, I LOVE your channel! Could you possibly please add a topic like "Teapots: China vs silver", which is better? And what about the famous English "Brown Betty" tea pot. Also, I admire your Royal Albert heirloom china pattern that you often use for the tea table. Could you talk a bit about the history of British china / porcelain. Thank you.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Lovely ideas! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@sandravillafuerte7421]

I miss my labrador with creole female dog...was poinsened.She was so loyal.Dogs best friends , indeed!

[@flyingazorian]

Lovely video. May I ask you, is the milk warm or at room temperature? Thank you.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Milk for afternoon tea is never warmed, nornally served soon after been taken out if the fridge.

[@flyingazorian]

@@TheRoyalButler Thank you kindly for having taken the time to answer my query.

[@judithchandler7368]

I enjoy Earl Gray (Grey) tea but the lemon addition is new to me. I have been known to take milk in it and was once told that is not proper. Is that true? Very informative and elegant. I love the dachshund.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Nothing wrong with Milk ma’am, 🫖

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

Indeed milk is fine, but remember to add it second, unless you won’t to be part of the down stairs staff.

[@judithchandler7368]

@@orlanjfinnis4290 so MIF is not the way to go.

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

@@judithchandler7368 Sorry I didn’t mean it like that, it’s fine to do the milk first or second.However the servants/down stairs staff would of had to put the milk in first so they didn’t crack the clay mug, but because the aristocracy/rich could afford fine bone china they could put the milk in second. From a modern day perspective if your making the tea with a bag in a mug, and put the milk in with the tea bag, then the tea bag can go mouldy whilst in the bin, finally if you put the milk in second rather than first you can actually see how much milk you have added.

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

@@judithchandler7368 Sorry if I offended you but due to my Aspergers, some times I say things with out realising they are offensive.

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

I invented my own blend of tea which is a mix of Assam and Earl Grey, for those of you who want to know it is one tea spoon of each in to a tea pot assuming you have loose tea.

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

I prefer it with milk, however you can drink it with a slice of lemon or you can drink it black.

[@TheRoyalButler]

Fantastic!!!

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

@@TheRoyalButler I hope you try it!

[@edmonddantes5104]

Never a storm in s teacup but a tempest in a teapot

[@cathypercefull7410]

Thank you! Is the tea cozy ever on the teapot while the teapot is on the table?

[@TheRoyalButler]

Sometimes Cathy!

[@orlanjfinnis4290]

@@TheRoyalButler Which occasion would this be? Is it any informal one?

[@DaysOfSodaAndLantana]

Thank you for this video. I have questions that I haven’t been able to find the answers to. Are the teacups and saucers already at each place setting? Does each guest then pass theirs to the tea pourer? Do you need a strainer for each guest (because you wouldn’t want to put it on cups that had been used already)? What is the hot water pot called (so I can look to buy it)? How do you make more tea if you need more during the party? If you aren’t using an in-teapot strainer, how do you remove the tea to prevent it over-steeping in the teapot? Does each guest serve themselves from the tiered tray of goodies?

[@kuecker2]

I was wondering. - is heating the pot does in the kitchen before the pot is brought to the table? Do you have a timer on the table? Does each place setting have it’s own tea slop strainer?

[@JohnClayCa]

So, the china pattern...Rockingham, right?

[@marilynwoolford-chandler1161]

How intriguing that it was aristocratic to have bone China which could cope with boiling water. I had never understood the difference between milk or water first

[@robiahq]

👍👍👍 🤗

[@elalaelasariuinjakarta7548]

What kind of biscuit or pastry is suitable for afternoon tea?

[@williammitchell6828]

How do I clean old stains from the sterling inside?

[@TheRoyalButler]

I try to clean then after each use if poss.

[@williammitchell6828]

I do as well, but these are old stains from a previous owner...God knows how old!

[@williammitchell6828]

@@pearseenglish1485 It has been a while, but I did want to thanks you for your reply. I am a little timid about a 2000 dollar teapot, but I will work up the courage and try it.

[@williammitchell6828]

@@pearseenglish1485 I will try anything. I do not know if this will make tea regularly, but I would like to do it once in a while on special occasions 18th century and i hate the idea of things surviving that long only to be damaged by me.