Time for tea?

Grey is good! This post is about a beverage - and no, not Grey Goose, the alcohol, but tea.
How this type of tea came to be associated with an English Earl is not entirely clear, but this tea gets its unique and distinctive flavor from adding oil or essence of begamot oranges to black tea.

A good cuppa of Earl Grey Tea is one of my favorite ways of relaxing! There are many brands I've enjoyed - one of my favorites is Tazo Earl Grey. Since I like it strong I use two bags for a 12 ounce mug, sweeten it with one tablespoon of honey drizzled on the bottom of the mug while the tea is steeping and finish it off with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice - no milk in my tea, please! How about you?

If you like a lighter flavor you may enjoy Twinnings Lady Grey Tea. Even if you steep this for a long time you'll get the flavor of Earl Grey without being overwhelmed as it has a more delicate taste.

Some prefer organic products - Numi makes an organic Earl Grey (for loose leaf) or here if you like bags. If you are sensitive to caffeine here is a decaf option.

The Republic of Tea makes a high quality Earl Grey (bags), and also available loose leaf.

A hot beverage can be very comforting, especially on a cold winter's night. I have two in particular to which I like to turn: the first is combining a Jasmine Green Tea with a mint tea.

But I also like to combine (equal parts) of loose leaf peppermint tea with licorice. No sweetener needed ... just enjoy! Hopefully in a bath with lots of bubbles! You'll emerge relaxed and ready for bed!

There are various ways to sweeten tea, regardless of the type of tea you enjoy. I like to use honey (local, of course!) and drink from a ceramic mug as when you are done enjoying the tea you can enjoy the lingering scent of the honey! Your tea will stay warm longer if you pre-heat your mug with hot water before pouring your brewed tea into it.

If you're looking for an electric countertop kettle in which to heat your water this is the one I use. I've had it for several years and love it! It heats fast and does not take up much space (and my stovetop is available for cooking). If you would rather heat water on your stove with a more traditional tea kettle it's hard to go wrong with Oxo.



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