Lady of the Earl (Lady Grey) Black Tea

A graceful Earl Grey-style black tea that pairs fragrant bergamot with bright orange peel for a fresh, citrus-forward twist on the classic.

The Experience

Lady of the Earl Black Tea, previously known as Lady Grey, begins with Ceylon black tea and the unmistakable citrus fragrance of bergamot, then adds orange peel for a brighter, fruitier expression of the Earl Grey tradition.

Where a classic Earl Grey places bergamot firmly at center stage, Lady of the Earl softens and broadens that aromatic citrus character with sweet orange. The result is lively and fragrant without becoming overly perfumed, with the black tea providing enough depth and structure to keep the citrus in balance.

It's an especially approachable choice for customers who enjoy Earl Grey but would like something brighter, softer, and more overtly citrusy. If Earl Grey Classic is the reference point, Lady of the Earl is its brighter citrus companion.

Hot or Iced?

Tasting Notes

• Top: Bergamot • Fresh orange
  
• Mid: Smooth Ceylon black tea • Citrus zest
  
• Finish: Bright • Fragrant • Clean
  
• Body: Medium to Full

Why You’ll Love It

Lady of the Earl offers the recognizable elegance of Earl Grey with an extra layer of fresh citrus character. Bergamot supplies the distinctive floral-citrus aroma Earl Grey drinkers know, while real orange peel gives the cup a juicier, more familiar citrus dimension.

If you find traditional Earl Grey a little too bergamot-forward, this is an excellent variation to explore. It retains the sophistication of the classic while feeling lighter, brighter, and exceptionally easy to drink.

Tea Type: Flavored Black Tea
Style: Earl Grey-Inspired
Base Tea: Ceylon Black Tea
Ingredients: Ceylon black tea, natural bergamot flavor, orange peel
Caffeine: Yes

How to Brew

Use approximately 1 heaping teaspoon per 8 oz of water at 212°F / 100°C. Begin around 2 - 3 minutes and adjust according to your preferred strength.

Enjoy it straight to appreciate the interplay of bergamot and orange. A small amount of milk can soften the citrus and create a rounder cup, while a slice or twist of fresh orange makes a particularly fitting garnish.

Perfect For

Lady of the Earl is a natural choice for breakfast, afternoon tea, elegant entertaining, or everyday Earl Grey drinking. Its brighter citrus profile also makes it particularly refreshing when served iced. Pair it with scones, shortbread, madeleines, lemon cakes, orange-glazed pastries, vanilla desserts, or delicate tea sandwiches.

Earl Grey, with an Extra Twist of Citrus

The defining ingredient in Earl Grey is bergamot, an intensely aromatic citrus fruit whose fragrant peel oil gives the tea its unmistakable character.

Bergamot doesn't taste quite like the oranges we commonly eat. Its aroma is more perfumed and complex, combining citrus brightness with distinctive floral qualities. Pairing it with black tea created one of the most recognizable flavored-tea traditions in the world.

Lady of the Earl takes that familiar idea and introduces another citrus voice. Orange peel makes the citrus more immediately recognizable.

Instead of experiencing bergamot alone, you encounter the aromatic elegance of bergamot alongside the brighter, sweeter familiarity of orange. The Ceylon black tea beneath them provides the structure that brings the two together. It's a relatively simple variation—but that's precisely what makes it work.

Both preparations reveal something different.

• Served hot, bergamot becomes particularly aromatic and the black-tea foundation feels richer. Orange follows through the cup, giving the finish a fresh citrus lift.
• Served iced, the orange character becomes especially refreshing. The combination of black tea, bergamot, and orange creates an elegant alternative to more overtly fruity iced teas.

For a simple summer presentation, brew it slightly stronger, pour over ice, and add a thin slice of fresh orange.

Packaging: Our loose teas are sold by the ounce and packaged in food-grade resealable bags.

Explore Our Earl Grey Collection

Bergamot is only the beginning. Explore how citrus, florals, creaminess, and fruit can transform one of the world's most recognizable flavored black teas.

Lady of the Earl Black Tea (This Tea)
Bergamot • Orange • Bright citrus
→ Best for: Earl Grey drinkers who want a brighter, more orange-forward interpretation of the classic

Earl Grey Classic Black Tea
Bergamot • Bright • Aromatic
→ Best for: those seeking the traditional Churchill's expression of classic Earl Grey

Creamy Earl Grey Black Tea
Bergamot • Creamy • Smooth
→ Best for: those who prefer Earl Grey softened with a richer, rounder character

Lavender Earl Grey Black Tea
Lavender • Bergamot • Floral
→ Best for: those who enjoy a more fragrant, garden-inspired Earl Grey

Duchess Fog Black Tea
Bergamot • Lavender • Creamy vanilla
→ Best for: those looking for a London Fog-inspired tea with floral and creamy character

Lady of the Earl Decaffeinated Black Tea
Bergamot • Orange • Bright citrus
→ Best for: those who love the citrus character of Lady of the Earl but prefer a decaffeinated option