Lavender Provence
This loose leaf tea is available to buy in our Online Teashop.
lavender Earl Grey
Lavender Provence
Enjoy an afternoon in the French countryside with your teacup wafting the sweet aroma of lavender fields of Provence, steeped into a rich Earl Grey black tea. Lace with white sugar, and add milk for a creamy touch.
Steeping Directions
Learn how to make “Lavender Provence” to enjoy at home!
Basic
water at a rolling boil (~212° F)
1 tsp tea leaves per 6 oz. water (standard teacup)
~ 4 minutes: Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
milk and white sugar will complement
Tea Tip: For fullest flavor, use a tea strainer with enough room to allow the tea leaves to open as they steep.
Connoisseur
water at a rolling boil (~212° F)
1 1⁄2 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (32 oz. water / medium-sized teapot)
2 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (48 oz. water / large-sized teapot)
~ 2 minutes: pause timer, drain tea strainer, return, continue steeping
~ 3 1 ⁄2 minutes: start tasting every 15 seconds, steeping to your preference
~ 4 minutes: recommended steep time for “Lavender Provence.” Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
milk and white sugar will complement
Tea Tip: Taste by pouring only a quarter inch of tea into the cup.
At Teatime
Request this tea to be served as one of the three teas at your teatime reservation!
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