Dry this tea has a very off-putting, strong, astringent, almost orange smell to it. Once brewed it does start to smell like a regular Earl Grey tea, and not near anywhere as harsh as it smells dry, it actually smells quite pleasant.
I brewed this cup for about 5 minutes at 96 degrees in a clear mug to have it produce a wonderful rum-like color to which I added a spoonful of brown sugar and a splash of milk to get a beautifully creamy-brown cup of perfection.
This tea is actually quite nice, it’s even become my favourite Earl Grey to date. It’s a soft, light cup of tea with just a touch of citrus to it. Wonderfully soothing.
Flavors: Citrusy
EG Supreme is a great one, and their new Victorian London Fog as well. I loved Nina’s Earl Grey before they switched from the Keemun base to the Ceylon base, but other Steepsterites loved it just as well with Ceylon. The O Dor has an awesome one. My daughter loves EG much more than I do. For me it has to be JUST RIGHT.
I have the Victorian London Fog. It’s nice but I prefer the EG supreme. Have not tried The O Dor yet so I’ll have to put it on the wish list.
I have always enjoyed Twinnings EG.
Thanks Andrew!