Twinings Lady Grey Tea 400 Bags (Multipack of 4 x 100 Tea Bags)

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This aromatic blend starts with the teas carefully selected from distinct regions, each with their own unique characteristics. This light, mild taste originates from teas grown in the humid, subtropical climates of China and Central Africa, while low-grown teas from India provide its bright amber colour. Orange peel, lemon peel and other citrus fruit flavours are then added to yield a fresh, uplifting tea that just may become one of your new favourites. Ingredients Simply put: It can be either, but not when it comes to tea. When referring to the color, “gray” is more common in American English while “grey” is standard in British English. Yet, because Earl Grey is traditionally a British tea, named after our dear Earl and Lady, any true Earl Grey and Lady Grey teas should only be spelled with an E. Pinky’s up! WHAT DOES LADY GREY TEA TASTE LIKE? Pro Tip: Don't let your tea steep for too long! It's best to strain your leaves or take your sachet/teabag out when the time's up so you aren't left with a bitter cup. Taste your tea after the recommended steeping time and then decide if you’d like it to steep a little longer. While the classic Earl Grey tea was created for Earl Charles Grey, the modern Lady Grey blend is named after his wife, Lady Mary Elizabeth Grey. Her tea parties became notorious around London’s high society because she served her husband’s specially crafted Earl Grey tea. Eventually, the exclusive Earl Grey blend became so popular in these inner circles that she was asked if it could be sold to others.

Dental Hygiene Want to impress your dentist? Drinking Lady Grey tea means that you are naturally getting important catechins and fluoride which are good for your teeth and will help you fight oral infections. Anxiety Relief The bergamot oil essence present in Lady Grey tea blends will instantly relieve stress and reduce anxiety through its aromatherapeutic properties. Limonene and alpha-pinene are also natural components in extracted bergamot oil that will be naturally soothing to the sipper.

So, when you compare the best Earl Grey tea to the top Lady Grey options, what is the real difference?

Inspired by rolling orange and lemon groves, we developed Lady Grey for Earl Grey lovers who wanted something a little bit fruitier. We couldn't possibly play favourites, but Lady Grey will always have a special place in our hearts. However, as multiple tea manufacturers may create blends labeled Earl Grey, this brew may taste different from one brand to another. Lady Grey tea is known for being a remarkably healthy tea to drink any time of the day. While this delicious tea blend will grace the sipper with a plethora of health benefits, here are 7 of the best benefits of Lady Grey tea. The key to keeping your Lady Grey tea from expiring too soon, and maybe even to extending the freshest flavor of your tea beyond the expiration date, is proper storage. Loose leaf Lady Grey tea, tea sachets, and even individually wrapped tea bags should always be stored in a dark, cool, and dry place in airtight containers. This will also protect your tea from getting wet (until you want to steep it!) so it doesn’t develop mold. PREPARING LADY GREY TEAReduce Inflammation Feeling sore? The bergamot oil in Lady Grey tea has natural analgesic properties and works wonders as an anti-inflammatory for muscles, headaches, and general body pain. Earl Grey is one of the most classical tea blends in the world. The lighter, more citrusy Lady Grey is relatively new, but no less important in the world of Earl Grey tea. Learn what is Lady Grey tea, how to brew it and what are the alternatives. What is Lady Grey tea? Metabolism Because Lady Grey tea often has additional citrus added to it in the form of lemon and orange peels, research shows that the ingredients combined with the thermogenic effects of drinking Lady Grey help speed up your metabolism. Lady Grey will always have the same flavor, with the exception of alternatives, while the flavor of Earl Grey will depend on the producer

For one thing, the citrus oils in the loose leaf tea may be stronger. Therefore, there is a good chance that these ingredients will curdle the milk. While we’re at it, let’s settle the debate between grey vs gray. You might see the word spelled with both an E and an A when looking around for teas, but which one is correct? And is there even a difference?

The zesty orange. It's the perfect addition for its refreshing fruity flavour. It's the original and still the best. Both of them belong to one family – Earl Grey was named after the British Prime Minister Charles Grey, and Lady Grey tea got its name after his wife After all, the scent of citrus can be incredibly invigorating. Thus, you won’t even need the caffeine in the tea! Lady Grey Tea Caffeine Content Pro Tip: Add tea leaves to a tea infuser that lets them open fully, or you can put them straight into the teapot and use a strainer when you're pouring a cup! STEP THREE: STEEP THE TEA As for the sugar, this can take away from the beautiful and bold flavors of citrus. This would certainly be a shame.

When stored properly, tea can retain its original flavor and nutritional benefits for up to two years. The less fermented and more broken tea leaves are, the faster they expire. As a result, tea bags will generally expire faster than loose leaf tea because they usually contain broken leaves and tea dust that lead to the deterioration of the tea’s flavor.

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Lady Grey will always have unique characteristics of Earl Grey, but will never taste as strong as Earl Grey Both blends go well with milk and sugar and contain caffeine. Learn about caffeine content in Earl Grey tea here. You can buy Lady Grey and Lady Grey alternatives online and in supermarkets, as loose leaf tea and in tea bags. Loose leaf tea is likely to be subtler than tea bags, but may offer a more refined flavor. It will usually contain less caffeine than tea in teabags. Brew Lady Grey tea in the same way you would brew Earl Grey. Boil fresh spring water in a clean kettle and let it cool to around 208 °F. Always use fresh spring water to maximize the flavor and extract all delicate notes from loose leaf tea. Water type is very important if you want to get a cup of fresh, uplifting tea, rather than a flat tasting or murky brew. Add a teaspoon of leaves into a preheated teapot and steep for 5 minutes. Strain and pour into a cup. Add milk and sugar if needed. Today, there are many alternatives with similar, but never the same name, that blend different ingredients to give a refined and subtle, but refreshing cup. If you are used to the original Lady Grey flavor, pay attention to the ingredients list when choosing an alternative tea, especially if you expect citrusy notes. Not all alternatives will have them, and will often include flowers instead.