Side B (Earl Grey) — loose leaf tea
Side B (Earl Grey)
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Side B (Earl Grey)

$19.99

"flip the record. The afternoon counterpart."

Earl Grey — Loose Leaf Flavored Tea: Ceylon OP, Bergamot Essential Oil, Cornflowers. Notes: Orange, Floral, Malt. Scoring: High Astringency, High Body, Medium Sweetness. Earl grey is a timeless blend — Ceylon black tea with blue cornflowers and a touch of bergamot. Brewing Method: 5–10 min, 195°F, 2.5g / 12oz.
Variants and availability
  • Loose leaf / 3oz · Grind: Loose leaf, Size: 3oz · $19.99 · In stock

How to brew

TasteMatch starting point

Black

The product’s leaf type points to black preparation. Start with the cited temperature and steep time, then adjust for the leaf.

Black

Malty and brisk. Takes milk well.

Baseline: 2.5–3 g loose leaf per 200 mL water.

Water
203–208°F / 95–98°C
Steep
2–5 min
  1. Use 2.5–3 g loose leaf per 200 mL (ISO 3103 uses 2 g per 100 mL).
  2. Bring water to 203–208°F / 95–98°C, just off the boil.
  3. Steep 2–5 minutes — shorter for Darjeeling, longer for Assam or breakfast blends.
  4. Strain and serve plain or with milk.

Recipe references: UK Tea Academy, ISO 3103

Tasting notes & sources

Herbal infusions aren't tea

Herbal blends (tisanes) contain no Camellia sinensis, so most are caffeine-free. Always use freshly boiled water for herbal and fruit infusions — the UK Food Standards Agency advises it for food safety. Follow the producer's directions where they differ, and check with a doctor about herbs during pregnancy or with medications.

Why ISO 3103?

ISO 3103 is a standardized tasting method used for sensory evaluation and quality control. It's how professionals compare teas fairly, not necessarily the best-tasting cup.