Earl Grey - black tea 100 grams - Café du Jour loose tea

What is Earl Grey Black Tea?

Earl Grey black tea is a classic blend of black tea flavoured with bergamot oil, extracted from the peel of the bergamot citrus fruit. The result is a cup with a smooth, buttery character and a bright, floral citrus aroma that is instantly recognisable. This Café du Jour Earl Grey uses natural flavouring, so every cup stays true to the original taste.

Is Earl Grey the same as black tea?

Earl Grey is a black tea, but not all black tea is Earl Grey. Plain black tea has no added flavouring. Earl Grey gets its distinctive character from bergamot oil, which gives the tea its unmistakable citrus note on top of the natural depth of the black tea base. The ingredients in this pack are simple: black tea and natural flavour.

Who is it suitable for?

Earl Grey black tea suits a wide range of tea drinkers. Whether you enjoy a quiet morning cup or a relaxed afternoon break, this loose leaf Earl Grey fits naturally into your day. It works equally well for everyday drinking and for moments when you want something a little more special.

• Tea enthusiasts who appreciate a classic, authentic Earl Grey taste
• Everyday tea drinkers looking for a smooth, flavourful cup
• Anyone who prefers loose leaf tea over tea bags for a fresher result
• Those who value natural ingredients and environmentally conscious choices
• People who enjoy their tea plain, with a splash of milk, or over ice

How do you use Earl Grey Black Tea?

Brewing loose leaf Earl Grey black tea is straightforward. You need a teapot or infuser, hot water and a little patience. The loose leaf format lets the leaves open fully, which brings out the buttery smooth flavour and the bergamot aroma at their finest.

Brewing steps for loose leaf Earl Grey

1. Use about 2 to 3 grams of loose leaf Earl Grey per 200 ml of water — roughly one heaped teaspoon
2. Heat fresh water to around 90 to 95 degrees Celsius; avoid a full rolling boil to protect the delicate bergamot aroma
3. Pour the water over the leaves and steep for 3 to 4 minutes
4. Remove the leaves promptly to avoid bitterness
5. Enjoy plain, with a dash of milk, or let it cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced Earl Grey

A 100-gram pack of loose leaf Earl Grey gives you roughly 40 to 50 cups, depending on how strong you like your tea. That makes it a great everyday choice.

Features and specifications

This Earl Grey black tea from Café du Jour comes in a 100-gram loose leaf format. It is produced in the Netherlands, in Café du Jour's authentic tea shop in the Maasland countryside. Here are the key details at a glance.

• Product: Earl Grey - black tea, loose leaf
• Net weight: 100 grams
• Ingredients: black tea, natural flavour (bergamot oil from citrus fruit peel)
• Format: loose leaf — no bags, no capsules
• Produced in: the Netherlands
• Approximate yield: 40 to 50 cups per 100-gram pack
• Environmentally conscious production

Alternatives and combinations

Earl Grey black tea pairs well with a range of foods and moments. Try it alongside a buttery biscuit or a light citrus cake to complement the bergamot note. You can also use it as the base for an iced tea by brewing a strong cup, letting it cool and pouring it over ice with a slice of lemon.

If you enjoy exploring the Café du Jour loose tea collection, you will find a range of other teas to discover. Each variety is prepared with the same care and attention to natural ingredients that you find in this Earl Grey. Browse the full tea range on cafe-du-jour.com and find your next favourite cup.