Tea and Biscuits: Discover the Best Pairings
Just as beans and rice, döner and ayran, or Tom and Jerry are inseparable duos, when it comes to tea, many of us immediately think of biscuits. According to our survey, 80% of tea lovers enjoy dipping biscuits into their tea. To help you avoid making a mess while dipping, we conducted a test and are excited to share the results with you, our cherished tea enthusiasts.
Our test currently covers 5 different types of biscuits available on Turkish shelves. We evaluated them based on 4 criteria:
- Recommended dipping time
- Time to disintegration in tea
- Maximum dipping time for a mess-free experience
- Recommended total eating time
1. Ülker Pötibör
Ülker Pötibör has long been a classic companion to tea. But is it a good choice for dipping? Here are the test results:
| Recommended Dipping Time |
1.5 s |
| Disintegration Time in Tea |
6.09 s |
| Maximum Dipping Time for No Mess |
2.5 s |
| Recommended Total Eating Time |
5.06 s |
A true classic at our test table, Ülker Pötibör delivered competitive results for its size. Kudos to Ülker Pötibör!
Our rating for Ülker Pötibör: 8/10
2. Eti Burçak
Known for its delightful taste and oat-filled goodness, Eti Burçak is a favorite among tea lovers. However, it must be consumed quickly. The results are as follows:
| Recommended Dipping Time |
1 s |
| Disintegration Time in Tea |
3 s |
| Maximum Dipping Time for No Mess |
1.5 s |
| Recommended Total Eating Time |
2.54 s |
Eti Burçak is a strong contender for classic status. However, be careful—not eating it fast enough could create a mess.
Our rating for Eti Burçak: 7/10
3. Ülker Saklıköy Sütlü Kremalı
One of the new generation of cream-filled biscuits, Ülker Saklıköy Sütlü Kremalı is not ideal for dipping. Here are the results:
| Recommended Dipping Time |
2.5 s |
| Disintegration Time in Tea |
13.3 s |
| Maximum Dipping Time for No Mess |
8.15 s |
| Recommended Total Eating Time |
5.97 s |
Its difficult-to-melt cream can lead to the biscuit completely falling apart. It’s better to enjoy it alongside your tea instead.
Our rating for Ülker Saklıköy Sütlü Kremalı: 5/10
4. Şölen Biscolata Starz Sandwich
A favorite among chocolate lovers, this biscuit leaves a pleasant taste when dipped in tea. Here are the results:
| Recommended Dipping Time |
1.57 s |
| Disintegration Time in Tea |
8.15 s |
| Maximum Dipping Time for No Mess |
3.89 s |
| Recommended Total Eating Time |
5.04 s |
The thin biscuit may not fully capture the tea’s flavor, but it’s a sweet alternative for chocolate lovers.
Our rating for Şölen Biscolata Starz: 5/10
5. Eti Burçak Kakao Kremalı
The cocoa-flavored version of Eti Burçak is an ideal biscuit for tea. Here are the results:
| Recommended Dipping Time |
2.2 s |
| Disintegration Time in Tea |
5.3 s |
| Maximum Dipping Time for No Mess |
3 s |
| Recommended Total Eating Time |
4.1 s |
As long as it doesn’t stay in tea for too long, this biscuit is quite balanced.
Our rating for Eti Burçak Kakao Kremalı: 9/10
Which biscuit is your favorite? Which one do you enjoy most with tea? Share your thoughts with us!