When I moved from the UK to the US, these were the things I immediately missed. From proper tea to real chocolate, some things just aren’t the same here — but thankfully you can still get them on Amazon. These are the exact products I personally reorder (and honestly couldn’t live without).
☕ British Tea
No matter how long you live in America, there’s something comforting about a proper British cup of tea. Many UK expats quickly discover that American tea just doesn’t taste the same — which is why certain favourites always end up back in the Amazon basket.
Popular reorders for Brits living in the USA include:
🍫 British Chocolate
American chocolate tastes very different from UK chocolate — and most Brits notice immediately.
🍪 British Biscuits
You can’t have a cup of tea without a proper biscuit for dunking. From chocolatey classics to the perfect plain digestive, these are the ones we miss most.
🍯 Marmite
You either love it or hate it, but for many Brits, life without Marmite is unthinkable. It’s the ultimate savory spread for your morning toast.
🥞 Crumpets
While you can find “English Muffins” in every US store, they aren’t crumpets. Getting that perfect spongy texture and buttery base requires the real deal.
🍬 British Sweets
From Wine Gums to Haribo Starmix (the UK version!), British sweets have a different texture and flavor profile that expats crave.
🍮 Custard
Nothing says “British comfort food” like a warm bowl of custard. Whether you’re pouring it over a crumble or a sponge pudding, it’s a staple that many UK expats find hard to replace in the USA.
🥣 Bread Sauce 🇬🇧
One thing many Brits never expect to miss in America? Proper bread sauce with a roast dinner. Keeping a packet of bread sauce mix in the cupboard is a small taste of home.
🥒 Branston Pickle 🇬🇧
A proper cheddar cheese sandwich just doesn’t taste the same without Branston Pickle. This classic British condiment is a nostalgic UK staple.
🫘 The Only Acceptable Beans
Heinz Baked Beans (UK Version)
Less sweet, more savoury — and absolutely essential for beans on toast.