Queen Elizabeth had strict rules when it came to what can and can’t be served at mealtime. However, I never realized how specific the royal family’s drink orders are.
King Charles’s former butler, Grant Harrold, recently shared never-before-heard details about the royal family’s drink preferences, including the one ingredient they rarely use in their tea and coffee.
“Sugar is, again, a personal choice,” the royal butler said (on behalf of Coffee Friend). “I know King Charles stays away from sugar or sweeteners when he’s having a coffee as he opts for a spoon of honey. It’s a great alternative and he’s had it for years.”
Harrold revealed that the royal family have plenty of sweetener options, but they typically stay away from too much sugar. “We used to offer all members of the royal family the choice to have sugar or sweeteners,” he added. “But I must say, I have never seen the queen or anyone indulge in sugar when having their coffee or tea.”
The former butler revealed that King Charles drinks “around three to four cups a day.” Although he prefers tea, he occasionally drinks a cup of coffee. “Charles likes to drink coffee but he is also a tea lover,” he added.
Harrold also revealed that the royal family prefers loose tea leaves over tea bags, adding, “If you’re at the royal home, there will also be a Chinese or Indian tea on offer. Normally an Earl Grey or Assam will be within the selection. Tea bags are used from time to time, but royals will definitely prefer tea leaves to a bag. It’s more traditional.”
Noted.
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