French Blend Tea - Loose Leaf
Category: Earl Grey Tea
Immerse yourself in a masterfully orchestrated, highly sophisticated expression of European botanical art: our premium French Blend Tea offers a multi-layered, multi-continental loose-leaf experience. This gourmet masterpiece seamlessly unifies robust black teas with delicate green teas to establish an authoritative foundation of unparalleled depth. Poured hot, it strikes a bright, radiant golden-amber liquor in the vessel, releasing a complex, highly perfumed bouquet. The palate is treated to an extraordinarily smooth, full-bodied mouthfeel where the structured briskness of orthodox leaves is beautifully balanced by rich crème de la vanilla, aromatic bergamot, delicate jasmine, and crisp botanical accents—rendering a magnificent extraction of profound elegance.
Multi-Origin Leaf Architecture & The Provençal Floral Bouquet
The exceptional architectural depth and flavor longevity of this signature blend rely on a highly complex orchestration of raw ingredients. The foundation features a meticulous selection of high-grown black teas, integrating the heavy, malty density of **pungent Assams**, the bright, golden clarity of **choice Kenyan estates**, and the sprightly, crisp briskness of **Nilgiri and Ceylon cultivars**. This multi-estate alignment is artfully layered with premium **Chinese green tea**, introducing a clean, elegant fluid dynamic that yields a balanced medium caffeine footprint and a dense concentration of active antioxidants.
To build the sophisticated French flavor profile, these choice leaves are meticulously integrated with a curated whole-botanical matrix. High-aroma **jasmine blossoms**, authentic **lavender sourced from Provence**, delicate **rose petals**, and vibrant **cornflower petals** are combined with organic-compliant natural flavors. The volatile oils from the florals and rich vanilla smooth out the robust tannins of the black tea base. This technical alignment delivers a highly structured, smooth, and multi-layered cup that allows each warming spice and delicate floral note to unfurl progressively across the palate.
Sourcing Transparency & Ethical Verification Metrics
True luxury is intrinsically tied to global stewardship. To ensure an uncompromised supply chain, 98% or more of this blend is sourced exclusively from estates verified by the Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP), with over 50% originating from certified Fair Trade estates. The ETP is a strict global industry initiative that monitors, regulates, and improves living conditions, fair labor practices, and sustainable environmental metrics on tea estates worldwide.
| Product Characteristics & Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Cup Profile | Radiant golden-amber liquor; full-bodied and exceptionally smooth with complex top notes of crème de la vanilla, Earl Grey, elegant jasmine, and aromatic Provence lavender. |
| Ingredients | Black Tea, Green Tea, Jasmine Petals, Lavender Petals, Rose Petals, Cornflower Petals. Natural Flavors (Organic Compliant). |
| Leaf Grade / Format | Premium Orthodox Multi-Origin Loose Leaf Blend |
| Sourcing Terroir | India (Assam & Nilgiri), Sri Lanka (Ceylon Districts), Kenya, China, and France (Provence) |
| Sustainability Profile | ≥98% Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP) Monitored Estates; ≥50% Fair Trade Certified |
| Antioxidant Density | Medium |
| Caffeine Level | Medium |
| Dietary Designations | 100% Vegan, Certified Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free. Formulated Free of Nuts, Wheat, and Dairy. Highly resilient when served neat or with fine sweeteners. |
To properly balance the intricate green tea esters and volatile floral phenols of this multi-continental loose-leaf masterwork, review our master preparation metrics: How to Make Tea.
Cup Characteristics
Ingredients Black + Green tea, Jasmine + Lavender + Rose + Cornflower petals, Natural flavors(organic compliant)
Flavor Profile Vanilla
Details
Multi-Origin Leaf Architecture & The Provençal Floral Bouquet
Sourcing Transparency & Ethical Verification Metrics
| Caffeine Level | Medium |
Product Details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 5.25 (in) |
| Height | 3.0 (in) |
| Depth | 7.25 (in) |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Type | Black Tea, Earl Grey Tea, Flavored Black Tea, and Vanilla Tea |
| Dietary Options | Vegan, Dairy Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Vegetarian, Caffeinated, and Gluten Free |
| Season | Everyday |
| Size | 4oz |
| Flavor | Vanilla |
| Ingredients | Black + Green tea, Jasmine + Lavender + Rose + Cornflower petals, Natural flavors(organic compliant) |
| Cup Characteristics | Ooh-la-la flavor notes from creme de la vanille, Earl Grey, Jasmine and Lavender deliciously blended with flavory Ceylons, pungent Assams and malty Kenyas. |
We work hand-in-hand with suppliers who are proud members of the Ethical Tea Partnership. Together, we’re dedicated to fostering worker equality, creating sustainable environments, and nurturing a thriving tea industry at every level.
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