Best Tea to Drink in the Morning on an Empty Stomach

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Is starting the day with a cup of hot tea a must? We get you, as we can’t have a good morning without one!
In a previous blog post about drinking tea on an empty stomach, we discussed that it could be potentially bad for you. However, there are some tips you should follow to counter any potential side effects. Let's first discuss some tips to follow.
1. Drink Warm Water

Here is a simple trick to prepare your body for a well-deserved morning tea treat without stomach-related hassles: drink warm water. After resting for so many hours, your body needs hydration, and drinking at least a full glass of warm water before tea is perfect for activating your metabolism, preventing caffeine crashes, and diluting stomach acid levels. In this way, you don’t need to give up on morning tea, even on an empty stomach.
2. Add Milk
If you're not fan of drinking a hot cup of water first, you may consider adding milk to your tea. It can help prevent stomach ache by reducing any tea's acidity.
The proteins in milk, such as casein, bind to some of the acidic compounds in tea, which can help neutralize its overall effect on the stomach lining. This makes the beverage gentler for those prone to sensitivity or who find tea too harsh to consume on an empty stomach.
Furthermore, the creaminess of milk can create a soothing buffer, making the tea feel less astringent, ensuring that you can enjoy your morning brew without discomfort. Just a splash of milk can make a world of difference, keeping tea both enjoyable and easy on your digestive system.
Our Best Teas for the Morning
Here, we are to share some tea we enjoy drinking in the morning. Some are caffeine-free herbal tisanes, while others are tea packed with caffeine according to our daily mood and body needs. Indeed, we won’t get tired of saying you can’t drink tea without listening to your body. Tea is a pleasure and a healthy habit, but it could also be self-defeating without paying attention to your body's reaction. Having said that, here are our top tea morning choices.
For a Classic Steep: Black Tea

Known for its bold flavor and higher caffeine content, black tea is perfect for those who need an energy boost in the morning. It’s rich, robust, and full of theanine and caffeine, providing a sustained energy lift without the jittery effects of coffee.
Black tea is quite acidic. So if you're sensitive to it, please follow or tips above and drink enough water first or add milk to black tea.
One of our best choices is the fruity Jin Jun Mei, and when carving for a natural sweet flavour, the osmanthus black tea.
For a Spiced Morning: Masala Chai

If you're looking to add a little spice and warmth to your morning, masala chai could be just the thing. This Indian milk tea combines black tea with spices like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. The combination of these warming spices, combined with the moderate caffeine content of the black tea base, offers a warming and invigorating effect with the creamy feel of milk.
For a Free-caffeine Cold Day: Lemon & Ginger
Ginger tea is an excellent choice if you're looking for a morning tisane that boosts your digestive system and wakes up your senses. It has been celebrated for its soothing properties, which help ease nausea, enhance digestion, and lessen inflammation. If you add some lemon slices, you will enjoy a refreshing twist on the spicy ginger. It’s a perfect way to hydrate and revitalise yourself after a restful night.
For a Caffeine Boost: Matcha

Sometimes, we like to kickstart our day with the delightful benefits of matcha. Unlike regular green tea, matcha is crafted from finely powdered tea leaves. Thus, you can savour the whole leaf and enjoy a concentrated dose of antioxidants and caffeine. Try adding some milk for a creamier option and to contrast the possible side effects of having matcha on an empty stomach.
For Warm Days: Green Tea

Green tea is a gentle and antioxidant-rich choice, perfect for brightening up your morning routine. Its moderate caffeine content provides a nice little energy boost without the jitters. Its freshness makes us prefer it on hot days. We like the nutty Long Jing, the fresh and crisp Anji Baicha, and the savoury Liu An Gua Pian.
For a Flavorful Morning: Oolong Tea
If you're looking for a rich flavour and complex aromas, oolong is a fantastic choice! It merges the qualities of green and black teas, offering a mild caffeine boost that helps you feel alert and focused while being gentle on an empty stomach. A robust roasted oolong, such as Da Hong Pao, is among our best choices. But when you're looking for something lighter, Tieguanyin and milk oolong are the right teas to go for.
For a Cold Day: Ripe Pu Erh

Ripe pu erh is the tea some of us crave during cold winter days. Its generally low caffeine content makes it perfect as a morning tea. It’s milder on an empty stomach and provides energy without affecting metabolism. We enjoy the sweetness of Lao Ban Zhang tea balls, the smoothness of Chaze 'Da Huang Yin' tea cake and the citrusy balance of Xiao Qing Gan Tea.