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Baroness Grey
FLAVOURITE BLACK 50g
GRADE – OP (Orange Pekoe)
CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Medium/High
Cup characteristics: Excellent Earl grey notes accented with piquant lemon. Lively and full flavoured.
Luxury ingredients: Black tea, Orange pieces, Cornflower + Rose petals, Lime leaves, Natural flavours.
£ 5.50
In stock
PRODUCT ID: 297
Description
Baroness Grey: A Tribute in Tea
The original Earl Grey tea was crafted for Charles Grey, the Second Earl and a British diplomat to China who served as Prime Minister from 1830 to 1834. He received the tea’s recipe from a loyal Mandarin friend whom he had helped during a time of need. However, perhaps less well-known but equally delightful is the tea named Baroness Grey.
Understanding the Title
So, what exactly is a Baroness? Simply put, a Baroness is the wife of a Baron—a title granted by the reigning monarch in England. The title represents membership in the landowning nobility. Over the centuries, many women have held this title, but this particular tea honours one woman in specific.
The Legend of Baroness Grey
According to British legend, the Baroness lived during the 16th or 17th century and was married to a Royal Navy ship’s captain. Tragically, his ship never returned from a trading voyage to China. In her unwavering hope, the Baroness would walk to the port each morning, greeting every ship in anticipation of news about her husband. Sadly, she continued this ritual until the day she passed away.
A Tea of Remembrance
In honour of this loyal Baroness, we present this unique blend. Baroness Grey features the traditional bergamot of Earl Grey, enhanced with lemon to symbolize the bittersweet tears she shed for her beloved. The dried lemon peels add a delightful tartness, creating a refreshing alternative to classic Earl Grey.
Enjoying the Blend
Whether you sip it in solitude or share it with friends, this tea invites you to experience its rich flavour and poignant history. Let each cup serve as a reminder of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of hope. Enjoy this exquisite tea as you reflect on the stories that bring it to life.
HOT BREWING METHOD:
Bring filtered or freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea for each 7-9oz / 200-260ml of fluid volume in the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Add milk & sugar to taste. Ideal Brewing Temperature: 100ºC/212ºF
ICED TEA BREWING METHOD
(Pitcher): (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 slightly heaping teaspoons of loose tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher, straining the tea. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about.)
(Individual Serving): Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea into a teapot for each serving required. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the tea. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the tea. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving. Sweeten and/or add lemon to taste. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.
