Caffeine Level
None
Quantity
Use 1 teabag per 250ml of water.
Temperature
For the optimum infusion use 100°C <212°F> water.
If you like milk, use water at 100°C <212°F>
Brew Time
Infuse for 3 – 5 minutes.
Enjoy
Sip hot or top with ice for iced tea
Earl Grey tea, steeped in lore and mystery, blends the rich histories of distant lands with fragrant aromas. This beloved infusion, made from a mix of Chinese and Indian teas, owes its distinctive essence to the citrusy kiss of bergamot. Its origins are wrapped in captivating tales, where a British diplomat saves a Mandarin official in China and is gifted the recipe for this exotic brew—a gift that eventually graces the teacups of England.
Some stories say the diplomat brought it back to the British Isles, where it landed in the hands of Prime Minister Earl Grey, while others place the Earl himself as the hero who earned this fragrant reward. While history offers no definitive answer, what remains clear is Earl Grey tea’s meteoric rise in 19th-century England and its enduring popularity since.
Though debates about its true origin swirl like steam from a teapot, Earl Grey has transcended time, captivating tea drinkers with its blend of history, diplomacy, and aromatic allure. Each sip is a journey into the past, filled with whispers of ancient tales and the irresistible fragrance of bergamot. A classic that endures, it remains a favorite among tea enthusiasts worldwide.
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