9 Modern Celebrities Who Love Tea—and What They Drink - Porter Hill Tea Company

9 Modern Celebrities Who Love Tea—and What They Drink

Tea isn’t just for your nan’s best china. From global superstars to cultural icons, plenty of famous faces swear by a daily brew to stay calm, creative, or simply caffeinated. Here are 9 celebrities known for their tea obsession—and the blends they keep close at hand.

☕ 1. Taylor Swift – Chai Latte 

Pop powerhouse Taylor Swift has never been shy about her love for a warming chai. She’s posted about making chai lattes herself and even shared recipes with fans. Spicy, sweet, and comforting—just like a classic Swift bridge

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☕ 2. Lady Gaga – English Breakfast

Lady Gaga is often spotted with a china teacup in hand, no matter the occasion. She’s partial to traditional black tea, especially English Breakfast, and has described tea as one of her simple pleasures in a hectic life.


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☕ 3. Oprah Winfrey – Spiced Chai

When Oprah loves something, the world finds out. She collaborated with Starbucks to launch her own Teavana Oprah Chai, a rich, spiced blend inspired by her daily ritual. Chai is her pick for energy and focus.

 

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☕ 4. Benedict Cumberbatch – Earl Grey

Sherlock himself has a refined palate: Benedict Cumberbatch is a lifelong tea drinker and prefers classic Earl Grey. In interviews, he’s described it as his go-to, especially during long days on set.

 

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☕ 5. Gwyneth Paltrow – Green Tea

Wellness guru Gwyneth Paltrow swears by antioxidant-rich green tea to start her day. It’s part of her famously clean lifestyle—she’s said she keeps it on hand for a gentle caffeine boost.

 

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☕ 6. Meghan Markle – Rooibos & Chamomile

Before she became the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle blogged about her love for herbal teas. She particularly enjoys Rooibos for its earthy sweetness and chamomile to wind down.

 

Man holding a cup with a warm glow, possibly in a cozy setting

☕ 7. Hugh Jackman – Japanese Sencha

Hugh Jackman has spoken about his affection for green tea, especially Japanese Sencha, which he credits for helping him stay healthy and energised while training for demanding film roles.

 

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☕ 8. Emma Watson – Herbal Blends

Emma Watson prefers herbal teas like peppermint and chamomile. She’s mentioned that she drinks them regularly to help relax and balance her schedule.

 

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☕ 9. Patrick Stewart – English Breakfast Tea

Sir Patrick Stewart takes his brew seriously. He once started an entire Twitter storm debating how to make tea properly. His choice? A classic black tea, brewed strong.


Honourable Mentions

A few more celebrities who can’t resist a good cup:

Whether you’re a classic builder’s brew devotee or a matcha convert, there’s proof that tea is the drink of choice for creative minds the world over. Why not find your own signature cup?

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