Are you a peppermint mystery or a sugary thrill seeker? Find out what your favourite cup of tea says about you

HOW do you take your cuppa? The Sun told yesterday how a classic mug of builders’ tea is the perfect accompaniment to bring out the flavour of fish and chips. But your favourite brew can also give away what sort of a person you are. Dr Carrie Ruxton, of the Tea Advisory Panel, says: “How […]

HOW do you take your cuppa?

The Sun told yesterday how a classic mug of builders’ tea is the perfect accompaniment to bring out the flavour of fish and chips.

But your favourite brew can also give away what sort of a person you are.

Dr Carrie Ruxton, of the Tea Advisory Panel, says: “How you like your tea says a lot about your character.”

Here the doctor looks at some of our favourite types of cuppa and gives her verdict . . .

BUILDERS’ – strong, silent type: You are steady, reliable, and strong with hidden depths. You love in a bold, confident way and with a hint of maturity.

SPLASH OF MILK – fence sitter: You often can’t make up your mind as you can see everyone’s point of view.

NO MILK – plain-speaking: You place value on being truthful, and all you ask is that you get honesty in return.

MILKY – wary: People who love a lot of milk tend to be a closed book, but can open up. If someone can gain your trust, you will be a faithful friend.

SUPER WEAK – apathetic: A quick dunk of the tea bag can suggest you’re too laid back. You say you want to fall deeply in love but something always holds you back. Could it be you don’t really feel too strongly about anyone?

WELL STEWED – passionate: You’re a lover worth waiting for. Your passionate nature can satisfy the most demanding of partners.

GINGER TEA – fiery: Passionate but with a bit of a temper. Sometimes you’re too much for people but you make up for this by being fiercely loyal.

EARL GREY – surprisingly loyal: You come across as a bit pompous, with a critical opinion on everything. But dig deeper and it’s clear you are fearless and loyal.

PEPPERMINT – mysterious: You don’t always let friends in on your secrets. However, for those you truly love, you have a sweet and giving centre.

CHAMOMILE – chilled: You’re great at keeping everyone calm in a crisis and the ideal partner for stress bunnies.

GREEN TEA – surprising: If you like this brew you are refreshingly different and apt to go against the flow. You can also surprise and amaze people when you put your mind to it.

ONE SUGAR – serious: You love having fun but want to get down to the nitty gritty before letting yourself go. You do like sweetness in life but you truly value straight-talking and honesty when it comes to those you surround yourself with.

LOTS OF SUGAR – thrillseeker: Three or more spoonfuls means you just like having fun all day, every day. Life needs to be full of happy times. Lots of sweet, sugary moments are the key to having a fulfilling day.

Dr Ruxton is from the Tea Advisory Panel.