what is traditional English tea?

SignificanceTea drinking in England became even more popular during the reign of Queen Anne from 1665 to 1714. The queen chose tea over the traditional ale as her morning beverage and many followed her lead.EtiquetteThe pinkie is slightly tilted upward when holding a tea cup as a graceful way to avoid spills. A tea drinker never leaves a tea spoon in a tea cup; it is placed it to the right of the saucer. The tea cup should never be held in the air when not drinking.MilkMilk, not cream, is served with tea. Cream is heavy and inhibits the true taste of of the tea. The milk should be added after the tea is poured in the cup.Afternoon TeaAfternoon tea is classified in three ways: cream tea, which includes tea, jam and scones; light tea, which includes tea, scones and sweets; and full tea, which includes tea, savories, scones, sweets and desserts. Traditional tea time is between 3 and 5 o'clock.High TeaHigh tea consists of a full meal of meat, bread, side dishes, desserts and tea. It is most usually the main meal of the day.Fun FactThe term "Tea and Sympathy" comes from sharing a cup of tea with a friend who lends a sympathetic ear.