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A cup of Earl Grey tea with milk, filled with a smooth, translucent warm beige-brown liquid and a slightly darker amber rim.
●Low GI

Earl Grey Tea with Milk Calories

Blend of bergamot-flavored black tea and milk, caffeinated, smooth taste

In season: Winter · Autumn · Spring

CALORIES · 100 G

30kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

70mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Earl Grey Tea with Milk (240 g) has 72 calories. That works out to 30 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.1 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B2 covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Earl Grey Tea with Milk Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

72

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

10.1g

· 4% DV

Protein

2.9g

· 6% DV

Fat

1.9g

· 2% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 17% · Fat 25%

Earl Grey Tea with Milk nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories72 kcal
Total fat1.9 g2%
Saturated fat1.2 g6%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium96 mg4%
Total carbohydrate10.1 g4%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein2.9 g6%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Earl Grey Tea with Milk?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g72 kcal
1 teaspoon (extra small)5 g2 kcal
100 g100 g30 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g36 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g54 kcal
1 serving (medium)240 g72 kcal
1 bottle (medium)330 g99 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g105 kcal
1 serving (large)350 g105 kcal
1 pack (jumbo)500 g150 kcal

Calculated from 30 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Earl Grey Tea with Milk

How do you make Earl Grey tea with milk?

Make Earl Grey tea with milk by steeping the tea in hot water first, then adding milk to taste. Adding milk after steeping lets the bergamot aroma develop and makes it easier to control how creamy the cup becomes.

Can you put milk in Earl Grey tea?

Yes, you can put milk in Earl Grey tea. Milk softens the black tea’s briskness and gives the bergamot-scented drink a creamier taste, though adding too much can mute its citrus aroma.

Does milk go in Earl Grey tea before or after the tea?

Add milk to Earl Grey tea after steeping the leaves or tea bag in hot water. This lets the tea infuse properly and gives you better control over its strength and the final balance of milk and bergamot.

What kind of milk is best in Earl Grey tea?

Whole dairy milk makes Earl Grey tea richer, while lower-fat milk gives it a lighter texture. You can also use a plant-based milk, but its sweetness and flavor may change how the bergamot and black tea taste.

Does milk change the bergamot flavor in Earl Grey tea?

Yes, milk makes the bergamot in Earl Grey tea taste softer and less sharp. If you want the citrus aroma to stand out, steep the tea fully and add only a small splash of milk.

Does Earl Grey tea with milk have caffeine?

Yes, Earl Grey tea with milk contains caffeine because it is made with black tea. Adding milk does not remove the caffeine, so choose a shorter steep or avoid it late in the day if caffeine affects you.

Can Earl Grey tea with milk keep you awake?

Yes, Earl Grey tea with milk may make it harder to fall asleep if you drink it late, because black tea contains caffeine. If you are sensitive to caffeine, have it earlier or choose a decaffeinated Earl Grey.

Can you drink Earl Grey tea with milk without sugar?

Yes, Earl Grey tea with milk is often enjoyed without sugar. Milk rounds out the tea’s briskness, while bergamot adds a fragrant citrus note; taste it before sweetening, since sugar can obscure that aroma.

Can you make iced Earl Grey tea with milk?

Yes, you can make iced Earl Grey tea with milk. Brew the tea, let it cool, and then add cold milk and ice; pouring hot tea directly over milk can produce a less pleasant flavor and texture.

Should you add milk to Earl Grey tea while it is hot?

Yes, you can add milk to Earl Grey tea while it is hot, after the tea has finished steeping. Warm milk blends in smoothly, but it is not necessary to heat the milk separately for an ordinary cup.

Earl Grey Tea with Milk Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.41mg · 32% DV

B5

0.84mg · 17% DV

Biotin

4.08µg · 14% DV

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.29mg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

84mg · 12% DV

Calcium

113mg · 11% DV

Zinc

0.96mg · 9% DV

Potassium ⭐

168mg · 5% DV

Sodium

96mg · 4% DV

Earl Grey Tea with Milk Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

4.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Earl Grey Tea with Milk

To burn the 72 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

18min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

8min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Earl Grey Tea with Milk?

Earl Grey Tea with Milk combines black tea scented with bergamot with a splash of milk. Earl Grey is closely associated with British tea culture, though it is now enjoyed in many places; the amount of milk is a matter of preference.

The citrusy fragrance of bergamot meets the milk’s softness, giving the tea a smoother, creamier feel while retaining the robust character of black tea. It is commonly served as a hot drink at tea time or alongside a light snack, and can also be enjoyed with breakfast. It contains caffeine, so consider that if you are having a cup late in the day. Earl Grey Tea with Milk is a light drink rather than a substantial source of protein or fibre, with 30 calories per 100 g. Use a modest splash of lower-fat milk for a lighter cup.

How Nutritious Is Earl Grey Tea with Milk?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

39/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Earl Grey Tea with Milk Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Earl Grey Tea with Milk Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Earl Grey Tea with Milk Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Earl Grey Tea with Milk Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.48g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.24g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.