Black tea EARL GREY

The House Tip from La Route des Comptoirs

Absorb bad odors in your fridge! After enjoying your tea time, keep your tea bag and place it on a saucer in your refrigerator.

How to Prepare Earl Grey Green Tea

Measure three teaspoons of Earl Grey Green Tea. Be sure not to use boiling water to preserve the delicate aromas. Let this fragrant blend steep for three minutes, allowing the characteristic flavors of green tea and bergamot to be released. Enjoy it during the day or in the evening, appreciating the subtle bitterness of the green tea paired with the distinctive citrusy touch of Earl Grey.

The Citrusy Aromas of Earl Grey Green Tea

Earl Grey Green Tea is characterized by its distinctive aromas, harmoniously combining the fresh, vegetal notes of green tea with the citrusy and floral nuances of bergamot. The gently rolled green tea leaves release a bright, herbal fragrance during infusion. The addition of bergamot essential oil imparts a delicate citrusy touch.

The Production of Earl Grey Green Tea at La Route des Comptoirs

Resembling a lemon, bergamot is meticulously hand-harvested using gloves to preserve the integrity of the zest. It takes 200 kg of these delicate fruits to produce 1 liter of essential oil. The organic producer of La Route des Comptoirs, located in Calabria, southern Italy, practices ethical farming methods.