The embassy concluded the message by poking fun, stating Americans would continue to make tea “in the proper way – by microwaving it.”
Francl defended her unorthodox recommendations, noting that her research delved into scores of papers and ancient texts spanning over 1,000 years.
Alongside the salt addition, she also suggested incorporating a drop of lemon juice to address any potential “scum” on the water’s surface.
Redeeming herself somewhat in the eyes of outraged Brits, Francl correctly advised adding milk second, emphasizing the importance of warming it before incorporating it into the tea.
