Inside Royal Family's strict tea demands including thermometer for 'perfect' temperature

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If you thought your brew-making routine was weird, wait until you hear how the royals do it. Behind palace doors, our Royal Family has a list of strict rules when it comes to food and drink.

From banned foods like garlic and shellfish, to eating every last crumb of cake - the Queen has some unusual habits of her own.

Prince Charles, meanwhile, has very high standards when it comes to a good brew, expecting staff to serve it at a very specific temperature.

Evan Samson, hospitality manager of Dumfries House, told British Heritage Travel magazine: “The water must be heated to 70C for green tea and 100C for Earl Grey or English breakfast tea.The temperature of the water must be measured with a thermometer.” For all the latest royal stories, sign up for OK! 's daily newsletter here.The specifics don’t end there.