Nice try, Anders; however, methinks Nige is unflappable. Earl Grey is such a subjective tea, as the flavor all depends upon the quality and amount of bergamot used. Nonetheless, never a good sign when one notices that "talcum powder-type wiff" when describing the initial aroma of one's Earl Gray. For me, however, I shall spend the few extra schillings and purchase a box of Twining's Lady Grey, which is such a delicately delicious Earl Grey option. And it makes a wonderful iced tea during the summer months. Sorry, gents - I know I have just sent the two of you into fits and convulsions at the mention of iced tea. Keep in mind, though, when the thermometer reads 100F+ degrees, one needs all the help one can get to endure. Cheers for the review, especially when you two had to endure such an unpleasant tasting contest.
It's not just Earl Grey, but all teas are subjective, each to their own, there is no right or wrong. As for iced tea, we keep meaning to look into this, we will at some point, it is just such a dreadful summer in the UK at the moment the motivation is lacking.
Sorry Nige but I'm with Anders on this one for Earl Grey, Its Twinings or upwards. Its just not cheap to make properly. I bought a box of Ahmad Tea loose leaf Earl Gray (no bergamot, lots of lime/grapefruit/orange oil flavours), initially disappointed I had to remind myself I'd only paid £6 for 500g. While not a good tea on its own I've found the fake bergamot flavour makes it an interesting 'pinch-of' additive to other teas. 🙂
@@punktea8142 Cuppa raised to your better half :D Though she may make an exception for a cup of TeaPigs Strong Earl Grey loose leaf, its like Twinings bigger brother.
Nice try, Anders; however, methinks Nige is unflappable. Earl Grey is such a subjective tea, as the flavor all depends upon the quality and amount of bergamot used. Nonetheless, never a good sign when one notices that "talcum powder-type wiff" when describing the initial aroma of one's Earl Gray. For me, however, I shall spend the few extra schillings and purchase a box of Twining's Lady Grey, which is such a delicately delicious Earl Grey option. And it makes a wonderful iced tea during the summer months. Sorry, gents - I know I have just sent the two of you into fits and convulsions at the mention of iced tea. Keep in mind, though, when the thermometer reads 100F+ degrees, one needs all the help one can get to endure. Cheers for the review, especially when you two had to endure such an unpleasant tasting contest.
It's not just Earl Grey, but all teas are subjective, each to their own, there is no right or wrong. As for iced tea, we keep meaning to look into this, we will at some point, it is just such a dreadful summer in the UK at the moment the motivation is lacking.
Sorry Nige but I'm with Anders on this one for Earl Grey, Its Twinings or upwards. Its just not cheap to make properly. I bought a box of Ahmad Tea loose leaf Earl Gray (no bergamot, lots of lime/grapefruit/orange oil flavours), initially disappointed I had to remind myself I'd only paid £6 for 500g. While not a good tea on its own I've found the fake bergamot flavour makes it an interesting 'pinch-of' additive to other teas. 🙂
Nige here, our 'house' tea is Twinings Earl Grey, it is the standard. Mrs Nige is reluctant to switch to anything else.
@@punktea8142 Cuppa raised to your better half :D Though she may make an exception for a cup of TeaPigs Strong Earl Grey loose leaf, its like Twinings bigger brother.
We will delve into Tea Pigs at some point, so many teas out there!