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August Essentials Earl Grey Black Tea
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Experience the timeless sophistication of August Uncommon's Earl Grey blend—a carefully crafted combination of organic South Indian and Ceylon black teas infused with bergamot essence and delicate cornflower petals. This tea delivers a smooth, citrus-forward cup with subtle floral notes that make it perfect for morning rituals or afternoon enjoyment.
Why You'll Love This August Uncommon Blend
- Rich bergamot character: The natural bergamot flavoring creates a bright, aromatic profile without overpowering the tea's base
- Smooth black tea foundation: Organic South Indian and Ceylon blacks provide body and depth in every steep
- Naturally caffeinated: Black tea delivers sustained energy to power your day
Frequently Asked Questions
Does August Essentials Earl Grey Black Tea contain caffeine?
Yes. As a black tea blend, this infusion contains caffeine—typically 40–70mg per 8oz cup depending on steep time and water temperature. It's an excellent choice when you want a gentle energy boost.
What does August Essentials Earl Grey Black Tea taste like?
This blend offers a balanced cup with prominent bergamot aromatics, smooth black tea notes, and subtle citrus undertones. The cornflower petals add a whisper of floral elegance without sweetness.
What is the caffeine content compared to other black teas?
Earl Grey typically delivers moderate caffeine levels typical of black teas. Steep for 3–5 minutes for a lighter cup, or 5–7 minutes for fuller strength and more caffeine extraction.
Product Details
- Ingredients: Organic South Indian black tea, organic Ceylon black tea, organic natural flavor of bergamot, organic cornflower petals.
- Type: Loose-leaf black tea blend
- Flavoring: Organic natural bergamot essence
- Botanicals: Organic cornflower petals
- Caffeine level: Moderate (black tea)
- Brew time: 3–7 minutes
- Water temperature: 200–212°F (93–100°C)
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
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Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
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| Price | From $12.99 | From $7.00 | From $7.49 | $26.99 |
| Price per cup | from $0.57 / cup | from $0.60 / cup | from $0.45 / cup | $0.68 / cup |
| Brand | August Uncommon Tea | Wight Tea Company | Loose Leaf Tea Company | Palais des Thés |
| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Floral, Smooth, Citrus | Floral, Citrus, Smooth | Smooth, Citrus, Floral | Citrus, Smooth, Fresh |
| Key ingredients | Cornflower Petals, Black Tea, Ceylon Black Tea, Bergamot Flavor | Lavender, Cornflower Petals, Ceylon Black Tea, Bergamot Flavor | Cornflower Petals, Black Tea | Bergamot Oil, Cornflower Petals, Blue Mallow, Black Tea… |
| Origin | India, Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka, India | Not listed |
| Organic | Organic | Organic | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brewing | 212°F · 3–5 min | Not listed | 205°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 3–5 min |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
