Storm in a Salty Teacup

Part of the charm of a nice cup of tea is how little time it takes to make it. And how little fuss is involved. For years, PG Tips, one popular brand in Britain, was advertised using chimpanzees, the subliminal message, clearly, was that this stuff isn’t difficult.

All that’s needed is a cup and saucer or mug, a teapot, a teabag or two, boiling water, milk (slices of lemon are for cocktails), and, for me anyway, sugar.