Earl Grey Tea - The Smooth Operator
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Earl Grey tea for health and vitality inside and out
At Madura, we’re firm believers in ‘you are what you eat’, or in this case … what you sip. Many people are aware of tea’s amazing health benefits, with studies confirming a daily cuppa can assist with everything from aiding digestion to controlling blood sugar, and improving heart and mental health. Contemporary research indicates black tea is a true tonic able to potentially lower the risk of various types of cancer, and reduce the risk of stroke, kidney stones, and Parkinson’s disease.Earl Grey tea – Your best brew
Just when you thought Earl Grey tea couldn’t get any more versatile as a warming, restorative cup of daily health … we invite you to try it chilled! As the warm spring weather starts to kick in, around Australia tea lovers are switching it up for a refreshing change. Madura’s Earl Grey tea adapts beautifully from a warm to icy cold beverage, and is the ideal entertainer. Follow our instructions for your best brew, hot or chilled. Hot Earl Grey Tea- Use one Madura Earl Grey tea bag, or one teaspoon of Madura Earl Grey tea leaves per cup.
- Add 340ml water that’s close to boiling
- Steep for three minutes
- Add a little milk if desired (black tea will result in a fuller bodied taste).
- Inhale the citrus-fresh aroma, relax, and enjoy
- Use one Madura Earl Grey tea bag, or one teaspoon of Madura Earl Grey tea leaves per cup.
- Add 340ml water that’s close to boiling (per person)
- Steep for three minutes with a large slice of orange peel – no pith
- Strain the tea (ore remove tea bags) and pour into a large pitcher
- Add cold water and refrigerate for up to two hours
- Pour into tall glasses to serve and garnish with ice and a wedge of orange
If you thought Earl Grey tea was purely for the ‘tea snobs’, think again! This classic tea has a contemporary taste that defies stereotypes and expectations.
Madura Tea – extraordinary tea, for extraordinary people. If you would like to know more about Madura or our delicious brews call (02) 6670 6000 or visit our online store.
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