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There are a number of variations of Lady Grey, utilizing both black or green tea with everything from ginger to herbal to lemon to lavender and so on. It is overall a generally lighter version of Earl Grey. At the original time of it’s conception, it was believed the addition of fruits would counteract improper impulses that tea was widely believed to have upon the female temperament. Our blend uses classic black tea infused with bergamot, cornflowers, and lavender flowers, creating a delicate distinction. The longer you allow this tea to brew the stronger it becomes. This tea is best enjoyed with milk since the casein in milk renders the tannins in tea insoluble and reduces the characteristic bitterness of strong teas. Regarding the addition of milk, there is the age old argument of when to add the milk to the cup -before you add the tea or after. Milk-firsters argue that adding milk last scalds the milk noticeably and therefore the milk should be warmed slowly with the addition of tea. Milk-lasters argue that adding milk after the tea has been poured is the only way of judging the proper amount of milk to add by watching the color of the tea change. Non users of milk regard the whole issue as silly. This is a strong-bodied tea with a medium amount of bergamot and wonderful lavender flavor. Both relaxing and refreshing. Lady Grey is a classic, yet delicate tea, perfect in the morning, afternoon or early evening. |
$2.25 oz |
$23.00 lb |