To stay within the usual stereotypes, shouldn't Brits (and Scots?) refrain from giving advice on coffee or food? 
Any tea advice would be, however, highly appreciated.
FWIW, Americans have long been known to have just about the worst (weakest) coffee in the world. Then, along comes Starbucks and suddenly you’re the experts. I think not.
Germans and Austrians sure know how to make great coffee (and Italians for espresso)... Use a separate grinder, grind finely and try a Melitta cone filter OR grind med-fine and use a Bodum/French Press. I do like an AeroPress with espresso-grind, too. Lots of great options with a grinder and a kettle and all can be taken backcountry in a canoe or backpack (except the electric grinder, of course!)
