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Try this indulgent Shade of Grey today! This Tea will Perk you up!

History and Origin: Promoted as the World’s most fashionable tea by the Jackson’s of Piccadilly, Earl Grey is named after Charles, the 2nd Earl Grey and British Prime Minister.

The story goes that he tried to replicate the flavours of tea he tried in China. Hence, a tea was created as per his palate with Bergamot, a Mediterranean citrus fruit.

The recipe being simple black tea and a few drops of bergamot squeezed in.

Fun Fact: According to the Grey family, bergamot was used as a flavouring to set off the lime flavour in the well water on Earl Grey’s estate.

Ingredients and Benefits: Nilgiris Black: Black tea from the land of the blue mountains that will help you drive away the morning blues.

Bergamot Oil: Found exclusively in the Mediterranean region, this small citrusy fruit is not only packed with flavours but also works wonders for your cholesterol.

Cornflower: A hint of cornflower to bring out the flavours of bergamot oil.

How to Consume: Take 2.5gms of tea leaves in a Teapot for every cup Pour 100 to 150 ml water at 100 degrees  Celsius on the tea leaves Cover & Steep for 1 to 3mins, Strain and Sip your cup of ‘Grey Indulgence’!

Tastes Best: Hot

Accompaniments: Drink plain and/or with sugar/honey and fresh lemon

Best Paired With: Dark Chocolate or a Maple Scone/Pancake

Strength: Robust

Caffeine: Medium to High

Storage: Store in an Airtight Container away from Direct Sunlight in a Cool and Dry place.

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