276°
Posted 20 hours ago

T2 Tea French Earl Grey Black Tea Bags in Limited Edition Tin, 50 g

£9.9£99Clearance
ZTS2023's avatar
Shared by
ZTS2023
Joined in 2023
82
63

About this deal

Twinings Earl Grey”, I said, “is the linchpin, the cornerstone, the very foundation of my tea-drinking life. Brewing a cup of this perfectly balanced tea and bergamot blend reassures me that the world is worth waking up for.”

This blend is a bit of a challenge to get hold of because it is only available at Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium in London. It’s worth the trip, mind. And not just for the tea. This cat café is full of the most delightful feline residents you could ever wish to meet. (Apart from my own cats, obviously. And I’m not just saying that because I know they read this blog.) My daughter bought me afternoon tea at Lady Dinah’s as a birthday present. Cats and tea! She knows me well. This medium-bodied blend combines the essence of classic Earl Grey with a delightful bouquet of floral notes. As you steep the tea leaves, the soft aromas fill the air, transporting you to a sun-kissed French garden in full bloom.

As for the flavour, it’s not quite as good as the aroma. The base of the tea is slightly bitter, like citrus rind, but it’s quite subtle. It’s not going to ruin the cup for you, but you’ll notice it in those first few sips regardless. Pour the tea from the teapot or teamaker into your favourite T2 teacup, remove the tea bag if you’re using one or remove the infuser from your T2 mug with the infuser. From fruits to spices, tea leaves to herb bushes, 100% of our tea is sustainably sourced. Our teabags are made from food-grade corn starch - they are compostable, too. This tea is sturdy enough to withstand a dash of milk, and it really does slip down beautifully. It was a pleasure to drink. My only concern is that it could ruin regular Earl Grey for you. You might be drinking a cup of perfectly nice normal Earl Grey and thinking, “Hmm, I don’t know. It’s not really lychee-y enough, is it?” Now, that was many years ago, and I have drunk an awful lot of tea since then. And I no longer think that Twinings is the best tea there is. But I do think it’s the ninth best Earl Grey blend, so that’s something. Also, it’s a lot cheaper than many of the other teas on the list. 8. Lady Dinah’s Blend

The Tea Keepers’ Earl Grey & Vanilla contains actual bergamot oil rather than the bergamot “flavouring” used in most Earl Grey blends. I’m sure this is a significant factor in its wondrousness. The Tea Keepers also do an equally amazing regular Earl Grey.

Whether you’re new to Earl Grey tea or have always loved Earl Grey tea and are looking to try something new, T2’s collection certainly won’t disappoint. Our delightful blends include:

The charm of Earl Grey tea is an experience that evokes tranquillity and sophistication. Whether enjoyed during a quiet moment alone or shared with friends over a conversation, Earl Grey creates a serene ambience and elevates everyday moments to extraordinary ones. I do play fast and loose with the definition of Earl Grey here. There are things with flower petals and exotic fruits on the list, so brace yourself. (There’s also one that doesn’t actually have bergamot in, but that one only got in by creating a diversion and slipping past while I wasn’t looking.) 10. T2 French Earl Grey Whittard Earl Grey is dark (but not too dark), fruity (but not too fruity) and has wafts of flowery notes that make the whole thing entirely delightful. It has longish rolled leaves interspersed with dried cornflowers and chunks of orange peel. This lavender Earl Grey from Rosie & Java combines two of my favourite things – Earl Grey blends and bunging flowers in things. Lavender adds a soothing presence to bergamot oil-infused Chinese, Indian and Ceylon tea leaves.Lavender has long been a favourite fragrance of producers of soap, skin creams and those soft toys you can put in the microwave. It is also associated with several health benefits. I consulted my Culpeper Herbal to see what the 17 th-century herbalist and astrologer had to say about it. (One might argue that this isn’t the most up-to-date medical resource, but realistically, how much is likely to have changed in the last 400 years?) Frankly, I was expecting the unexpected with this one, and I didn’t get it. I’m not sure how extreme I need my teamongers to go with Earl Grey blends, but I am sure there are some extremities left to explore.

Asda Great Deal

Free UK shipping. 15 day free returns.
Community Updates
*So you can easily identify outgoing links on our site, we've marked them with an "*" symbol. Links on our site are monetised, but this never affects which deals get posted. Find more info in our FAQs and About Us page.
New Comment