Tesco shoppers rush to buy giant boxes of teabags scanning for less than 1p each
TESCO shoppers are rushing to their nearest stores to grab teabags selling for less than 1p each.
The supermarket giant has slashed the prices of Ty-Phoo tea bags.
The one kg pack that contains 440 teabags was originally selling for £5.
But now the price of the item has been reduced to half, selling at £2.50.
Each tea bag would cost you less than 1p individually.
One lucky shopper snapped up the deal today and rushed to social media to brag about their purchase.
Along with a picture of the tea bag, they wrote: "440 tea bags yellow sticker reduced to clear.
"Was £5 now £2.50!"
Fellow shoppers flocked to the comment section to express their excitement.
One wrote: "What a bargain for tea drinkers."
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Another said: "Keeping an eye out for this [deal]."
A third revealed: "That's my favourite tea."
How to save on your supermarket shop
THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop.
You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they've been reduced.
If the food is fresh, you'll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money, as you'll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket.
Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too.
This means ditching "finest" or "luxury" products and instead going for "own" or value" type of lines.
Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they're misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you're on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too.
Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.
Tips to cut the cost of a cuppa
GO GREEN: Investing in a reusable tea infuser instead of tea bags such as the Ikea Idealisk one for £1 can turn out to be a cost saver.
Fill it with loose-leaf tea, steep and enjoy.
GO BIG: Purchasing tea in bulk is a savvy way to save money in the long run.
Look for retailers or online stores that offer discounts for buying larger quantities.
By stocking up on your favourite varieties you will not only enjoy savings per cup, but ensure you never run out when the craving strikes.
TEA-RRIFIC IDEA: Sign up to become a free MyWaitrose member at waitrose.com, then pop into the supermarket with your reusable cup, scan your membership card and get your free cuppa.
BOILING POINT: Only boil the water you will need for your brew.
Or a thermal flask can keep leftover water hot for future cups, saving energy as you won’t have to stick the kettle on again.
BAG A BARGAIN: Don’t let leftover tea leaves go to waste.
Instead, consider keeping your used bag for a second infusion.
Many varieties, particularly loose-leaf teas, can be steeped multiple times without going bland.
Just let your second cuppa brew for slightly longer to extract the remaining flavour.
BREW-TIFUL TASTE: Rather than spending on several flavoured blends, use ingredients you already have at home.
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Add a splash of lemon juice, a drizzle of honey or even a sprinkle of cinnamon to black tea for a fresh take on your usual cuppa.