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Versailles Lavender Earl Grey
FLAVOURITE BLACK 50g
GRADE – OP(Orange Pekoe)
CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Medium/High
Cup character: French#1 super blue lavender transports a floral harvest of Provence to an intoxicating Earl Grey.
Luxury ingredients: Black tea, Lavender + Cornflower petals, Natural flavours.
£ 5.70
In stock
PRODUCT ID: 102
Description
Versailles Lavender Earl Grey: A Regal Blend
Versailles—the very mention of this iconic chateau evokes images of opulence and grandeur. Built by King Louis XIV of France, this remarkable palace stands as a testament to his lavish lifestyle. Early in his reign, Louis XIV moved his royal court from Paris to the countryside, beginning the monumental construction of Versailles. Work on this sprawling estate started in 1661 and continued until his death in 1715. You might wonder: why did it take so long?
Well, Versailles is immense—truly colossal! The chateau boasts over 2,000 windows, 700 rooms adorned with thousands of paintings, tapestries, and sculptures, 1,250 fireplaces, and 67 staircases. Additionally, it is set within more than 1,800 acres of beautifully landscaped parkland. With such grandeur came strict rules governing life at Versailles. Louis XIV was particularly known for his love of fresh lavender, a scent that filled the air around the palace.
In fact, he adored lavender so much that he insisted on bathing in lavender-scented water every morning. In 1658, he even issued a royal decree outlining how lavender should be used to scent soap, known as the Edit du Roi Pour le Manufactures du Savon. His devotion to lavender was legendary!
A Blend Fit for Royalty
Given Louis XIV’s affection for lavender, it is only fitting that we honour this royal with a tea blend featuring his favourite flower. Versailles Lavender Earl Grey masterfully combines the enchanting floral notes of lavender with the classic flavour of Earl Grey. This blend pays tribute to the longstanding relationship between French lavender and English Earl Grey, creating a truly exceptional tea.
When brewed, this tea presents a delicate floral bouquet, evoking the serenity of the gardens at Versailles. Enjoy a cup of Versailles Lavender Earl Grey and toast to the elegance of royal history. A votre santé!
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 fresh 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 fresh 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.
