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A Classic Black Tea with a Lovely Citrus Twist!
Our Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea 80g is made from Chinese black tea leaves infused with natural bergamot oil, creating a beautifully fragrant and wonderfully balanced cuppa.
The smooth, rounded character of Chinese black tea combines with the fresh citrus aroma and delicate floral notes of bergamot.
Lovely enjoyed black to appreciate the bergamot, with a slice of lemon for extra freshness or with a splash of milk for a softer finish.
Naturally containing caffeine, it’s a timeless favourite for mornings, afternoons and everything in between.
Prefer tea bags? Discover our Earl Grey – 20 Tea Bags.
If you enjoy traditional black teas, try our English Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea 80g.
80g loose leaf tea • Chinese black tea and natural bergamot oil • 100% plastic-free packaging • Packed in Cornwall
Some teas have a way of making an ordinary moment feel just a little more special.
Our Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea 80g is one of those timeless favourites.
Made with Chinese black tea leaves infused with natural bergamot oil, this beautifully fragrant blend brings together the rich, smooth character of black tea with the distinctive citrus aroma that makes Earl Grey so wonderfully recognisable.
The Chinese black tea provides a satisfying, rounded foundation, while the bergamot oil adds a fresh, gently floral citrus character.
Together, they create a beautifully balanced cuppa that’s aromatic without being overpowering.
It’s lovely enjoyed black, with a slice of lemon or with a splash of milk.
And although Earl Grey has a rather distinguished reputation, there’s absolutely no need to get the best china out.
Unless you fancy it, of course.
Your favourite everyday mug will do just nicely.
Not all Earl Grey teas are made in quite the same way.
Different tea makers use different black tea bases, and the familiar bergamot character can come from a variety of flavourings.
Our Earl Grey combines Chinese black tea leaves with natural bergamot oil, allowing the character of the tea and the fragrance of the citrus to complement one another.
Chinese black teas are often appreciated for their smooth, rounded flavour, making them a lovely foundation for a fragrant blend.
The bergamot oil brings a distinctive fresh citrus aroma with delicate floral notes.
The result is a classic Earl Grey that’s beautifully fragrant while still allowing the black tea to play an important part.
It’s a combination that has stood the test of time.
And when something works this well, there’s not much reason to change it.
China has one of the world’s oldest tea-growing traditions and produces an extraordinary variety of teas.
Chinese black teas are known for their range of flavours, from delicate and gently sweet to rich and full-bodied.
In our Earl Grey, Chinese black tea leaves provide the foundation for the blend.
Their smooth, rounded character works beautifully with the fresh fragrance of bergamot.
Rather than simply providing strength, the tea leaves contribute their own depth and flavour.
This balance is particularly important in Earl Grey, where the citrus notes should complement the tea rather than overwhelm it.
It’s the meeting of these two ingredients that gives the finished cup its familiar charm.
Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit, botanically known as Citrus bergamia.
Although it resembles a small citrus fruit, its fragrance is quite different from an ordinary lemon or orange.
Bergamot has a distinctive fresh citrus aroma with softer floral notes.
The fruit is particularly associated with southern Italy, where it has long been cultivated for its aromatic peel.
Bergamot oil is extracted from the fruit’s peel and is widely appreciated for its wonderful fragrance.
In Earl Grey tea, it provides the unmistakable citrus character that has made the blend famous.
Our Chinese black tea leaves are infused with bergamot oil, bringing together the rich character of the tea and the fresh fragrance of the citrus.
Just two ingredients, working rather beautifully together.
Our Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea offers a smooth, satisfying black tea flavour with the fresh, aromatic character of bergamot.
The Chinese black tea provides a rounded foundation, while the bergamot oil brings bright citrus notes and a gently floral finish.
The fragrance is one of the first things you’ll notice.
As the tea brews, the familiar aroma of bergamot rises from the cup, bringing a lovely freshness to the richer black tea beneath.
On the palate, the tea is balanced and aromatic, with a pleasant depth that makes it enjoyable throughout the day.
It’s a lovely alternative to a traditional breakfast blend when you fancy something a little more fragrant.
And if you’re already an Earl Grey enthusiast, you’ll know that its distinctive aroma is half the pleasure.
Sometimes you can recognise a freshly brewed cup before you’ve even walked into the room.
Earl Grey takes its name from Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey, who served as British Prime Minister during the nineteenth century.
Quite how the tea became associated with him remains a matter of debate.
There are several stories involving gifts of tea, diplomatic encounters and recipes created to suit particular tastes.
The precise origins are difficult to establish, but the name has certainly endured.
This classic combination of black tea and bergamot remains wonderfully popular all around the world.
It’s a tea with a rather grand name, yet one that’s perfectly happy being enjoyed at the kitchen table.
And that’s exactly how we like it.
There’s something particularly enjoyable about preparing a pot of loose leaf Earl Grey.
Before you’ve even added the water, you can appreciate the lovely fragrance of bergamot oil on the dry tea leaves.
As the tea begins to infuse, the aroma becomes fuller and the Chinese black tea develops its rich flavour.
A roomy teapot or infuser allows the leaves space to move freely through the water.
And because you’re using loose leaf tea, you can adjust the quantity to suit your preferred strength.
A lighter brew allows the fresh citrus notes to take centre stage.
A fuller brew brings out more of the black tea character.
It’s a lovely way to enjoy a familiar favourite with a little extra attention.
Not that it needs to become a ceremony.
A teapot and a few quiet minutes are quite enough.
For a beautifully fragrant cup, we suggest:
For a lighter, more delicate cup, begin with a shorter infusion.
If you prefer a fuller black tea flavour, add a little more tea or allow it to brew slightly longer.
Earl Grey is particularly lovely enjoyed without milk, allowing the natural bergamot fragrance to shine through.
A slice of lemon can complement its citrus character, while a splash of milk creates a softer, more rounded cup.
Whichever way you prefer it, there’s a lovely cuppa waiting.
One of the pleasures of Earl Grey is that there are several lovely ways to enjoy it.
Without milk, the bergamot fragrance is particularly noticeable, allowing the fresh citrus notes to come through clearly.
With a slice of lemon, the tea becomes even more refreshing, with the citrus flavours complementing one another.
With a splash of milk, the Chinese black tea takes on a softer character while the bergamot remains gently aromatic.
Some people have very firm opinions about how Earl Grey should be served.
We’re rather more interested in whether you’re enjoying it.
After all, the perfect cuppa is the one that tastes right to you.
Yes. Our Earl Grey is made using Chinese black tea leaves, so it naturally contains caffeine.
The natural bergamot oil provides fragrance and flavour but doesn’t remove the caffeine from the tea.
The amount of caffeine in a finished cup depends on factors such as the quantity of tea used and the brewing time.
Earl Grey is lovely enjoyed in the morning or during an afternoon break.
If you enjoy the bergamot flavour but would prefer a decaffeinated option, you might like our Decaffeinated Earl Grey – 20 Tea Bags.
It’s a lovely way to enjoy that familiar citrus fragrance with most of the caffeine removed.
Earl Grey has long been associated with the pleasure of afternoon tea.
Its fragrant citrus character makes it a wonderful companion to light cakes, biscuits and delicate pastries.
Try it alongside a slice of lemon drizzle cake, a buttery shortbread biscuit or a freshly baked scone.
The bergamot brings a refreshing contrast to sweet treats, while the Chinese black tea provides a satisfying depth of flavour.
It’s also lovely with a simple piece of toast or enjoyed entirely on its own.
There’s no need to wait for a special occasion.
Sometimes an ordinary afternoon is reason enough to make a pot of something lovely.
Earl Grey is also surprisingly lovely served chilled.
The bergamot oil gives it a beautifully refreshing citrus fragrance, making it an excellent choice for iced tea.
To make a simple Earl Grey iced tea:
For a little sweetness, stir a small amount of honey into the warm tea before cooling.
You could also add a few fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing touch.
It’s a lovely drink for garden lunches, sunny afternoons or whenever you fancy something different from your usual cuppa.
And because Earl Grey has such a naturally fragrant character, it makes a refreshing iced tea without needing lots of additions.
Although Earl Grey has a light citrus fragrance, it’s a tea to enjoy all year round.
On cooler mornings, a freshly brewed mug with a splash of milk makes a wonderfully comforting start to the day.
During warmer weather, it’s lovely served black or chilled over ice.
It’s equally at home at the breakfast table, during an afternoon break or alongside a slice of cake when friends visit.
And because the bergamot oil adds such a distinctive flavour, Earl Grey always feels just a little different from an ordinary black tea.
A classic for good reason.
If you enjoy our loose leaf Earl Grey but sometimes prefer the convenience of tea bags, we also make a matching version.
Our Earl Grey – 20 Tea Bags offers the familiar combination of black tea and fragrant bergamot in convenient biodegradable tea bags.
They’re particularly handy for work, travelling or whenever you fancy a quick aromatic cuppa without getting the teapot out.
Each box contains 20 biodegradable tea bags, packed in Cornwall with 100% plastic-free packaging.
Whether you prefer the ritual of preparing loose leaf tea or the simplicity of a tea bag, there’s a lovely way to enjoy this timeless favourite.
If you enjoy Earl Grey, there are several other lovely teas in our collection worth exploring.
Our English Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea 80g combines Kenyan, Assam and Ceylon tea leaves for a rich, full-bodied traditional brew.
It’s a lovely choice if you enjoy the black tea character of Earl Grey but fancy something without the added citrus fragrance.
For a slightly gentler everyday cup, our All Day Tea – 20 Tea Bags offers a lighter black tea alternative.
If you enjoy fragrant teas, our Jasmine Loose Leaf Tea 70g combines green tea with the beautiful floral fragrance of jasmine.
And for a different citrus-inspired cuppa, our Lemon Verbena Loose Leaf Tea 35g offers a naturally caffeine-free herbal infusion with a lovely lemony character.
You can also browse our Full Loose Leaf Tea Collection to discover more traditional teas and interesting blends.
There’s always another lovely cuppa waiting to be discovered.
We’ve been creating and packing our teas in Cornwall since 2010, with a love of good flavour and a commitment to 100% plastic-free packaging since 2018.
Proudly independent, we believe a good cup of tea should be enjoyed without unnecessary fuss.
We also believe in supporting independent shops, which is why you won’t find our teas on supermarket shelves.
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For more information on our packaging and how to dispose of it responsibly, visit our Cup to Compost Disposal Guide.
Each pack contains 80g of Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea, carefully packed in Cornwall.
Ingredients: Chinese black tea leaf infused with natural bergamot oil.
Tea type: Bergamot-infused Chinese black tea.
Flavour: Smooth, rounded black tea with fresh citrus notes and a gently floral finish.
Caffeine: Naturally caffeinated.
Brewing: Suggested starting point of 100°C for 3–5 minutes
Serving suggestion: Lovely black, with lemon or with a splash of milk.
Packaging: 100% plastic-free packaging.
A timeless black tea with a wonderfully fragrant natural citrus character.
A little bergamot makes a lovely difference!
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| Weight | 80 g |
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| Ingredients | Chinese black tea leaf infused with natural Bergamot oil |
