ROOIBOS EARL GREY

Brew yourself a pot and note how well the citrus character engages with the mellow herbal character of the Rooibos.

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Category: Rooibos

Type: Tea

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Brewing Instructions

Although Earl Grey is normally associated with England and good strong Ceylon and Chinese teas this unique variety is closely tied to South Africa in particular the town of Howick. The reason for this is two fold. For one the Rooibos that forms the base of this blend is grown near the town. The second is that the town is named after Earl Grey himself. In fact History tells us that Henry George Grey the 3rd Earl of Grey was also known as British Colonial Secretary Viscount Howick. Howick lent his name to the new town as it was being formed near the Mgeni River in KwaZulu Natal back in the 1800's. The town developed as European settlers moved to the country and began to populate the more remote corners of the territory. Howick accommodated the needs of the droves of settlers and wagon-drivers that crossed the river as they went looking for farmland. The weary travelers would stop for refreshment supplies and a well needed break from the trail. It seems fitting that this tea share its name with a man whose name - or one of them at least - became synonymous with repose and refreshment. Interestingly it was Howick the 3rd Earl of Grey who first conceived of the idea of allowing free trade between England and her colonies. Like all great Earl Grey teas this tea is flavored with all natural Bergamot oil. Brew yourself a pot and note how well the citrus character engages with the mellow herbal character of the Rooibos.
Tea Type: Rooibos

Country: South Africa

Region: Cederberg

Grade: Choice Grade #1

Altitude: 1500-2500 ft above sea level

Manufacturer Type: Fermentation

Ingredients: Luxury rooibos Cornflower petals Natural flavors

Cup Characteristics: For the herbal tea drinker who has everything. A delicious Earl Grey and Rooibos combination

Infusion: Reddish orange to full color (depends on brewing time and quantity used)
Brewing Hot

Bring cold water to a boil. Place 1tsp of loose Rooibos into an infuser. Lower infuser into your cup/teapot. Pour boiling water over Rooibos and let steep 3-7mins according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the brew). Add milk, sugar, or honey to taste.

Brewing Cold

Place 1 generous teaspoon of loose tea into a cup/ teapot for each serving required. Bring water to a boil and pour boiling water over the tea. Steep for 5 mins. Add hot tea to a 12oz / 375ml glass filled with ice, straining the tea (use larger pitcher if preparing multiple servings). Sweeten by adding sugar to taste.