Empress Grey is an elevated take on the classic Earl Grey form — a bergamot-scented black tea built with additional floral character, typically achieved through the addition of lavender or extra floral components alongside the bergamot oil. Like classic Earl Grey, the tea base is a black tea blend, and the bergamot oil comes from Calabria, Italy. The result is a more pronounced floral-lavender dimension layered over the familiar bergamot citrus.
The name plays on the familiar Earl Grey branding while signaling an elevated, more complex profile. Empress Grey typically appeals to those who love the floral aspects of bergamot but want more aromatic depth and delicacy than the classic formula provides.
In the cup, Empress Grey brews a clear amber with an immediately striking floral-citrus aroma. The body is medium, with a clean finish and lingering bergamot and lavender notes.
Brew at 195°F for 3–4 minutes. Use 2.5 grams per 8-ounce cup. Best drunk black or with a small amount of milk to preserve the delicate florals.