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Queen Mary
BLACK TEA 50g
GRADE – FBOP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe)
CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Medium/High
Cup characteristics: A bracing tea from the world’s top tea gardens. A round cup. Good flavour tempered with malty and floral notes.
Luxury ingredients: Black tea.
£ 5.70
In stock
PRODUCT ID: 303
Description
The Queen Mary: A Maritime Marvel
Once the world’s largest and fastest ocean liner, the Queen Mary showcases exceptional shipbuilding artistry. Launched in 1936, this iconic vessel quickly captured the public’s imagination on both sides of the Atlantic. It embodied an age of elegance and style. In 1940, she was pressed into military service, transforming into a troop carrier and earning the nickname “The Grey Ghost.”
A Ship Built for Speed
Refitted for her new role, the Queen Mary could carry up to 15,000 troops across the Atlantic in just four days. Her remarkable speed allowed her to make solo crossings, as she could outrun U-boats. This efficiency made her a vital asset during the war. Among all vessels commissioned by the Cunard Line, the Queen Mary and her sister ship, the Queen Elizabeth, transcended the utilitarian nature of transatlantic travel. With her legendary speed and stately design, she became a symbol of hope, marking the end of the Great Depression.
A Luxurious Experience at Sea
A voyage on this grand ship was often a remedy for life’s troubles. Passengers enjoyed afternoon tea, one of many daily rituals that enhanced their experience. The fresh salt air and warm sunshine invigorated travelers. A comforting cup of tea provided solace against the evening chill as miles of ocean faded into darkness.
The Queen Mary Blend
To honour this remarkable vessel and her legacy, we created the this blend. This delightful tea captures the essence of comfort, quality, and peace of mind. Whether you lounge in a deck chair or sit by the seaside, this blend invites you to indulge in tranquillity. Sip and let the spirit of the Queen Mary transport you to a bygone era of elegance and adventure.
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.
