Earl Grey Tea and its amazing health benefits

Tea is the most celebrated hot beverage that is drunk all around the world. China is the epicenter of tea culture centuries ago. A variety of tea is available in the market and one such variety is the Earl Grey Tea.

The Earl Grey Tea is a two hundred years old blend of black tea and bergamot orange extract.

 

Bergamot is a citrus fruit that belongs to the family of oranges. It grows on the ‘Citrus Bergamia‘ plant in the Riggio di Calabria region of Italy and the Mediterranean.

Bergamot unlike oranges is quite bitter in taste, so usually, it is used to extract the essential oil. Bergamot Oil has a heavenly fragrance.

The blend of Earl Grey Tea combines 90% of black tea and 10% of bergamot extract or essential oil. The uniqueness of the tea is the aroma of the bergamot oil.

A freshly brewed, can act as a stress buster and relax your body and mind.

History of Earl Grey Tea:

It is named after the Second Earl of Grey, Charles Grey, who was also the Prime Minister of England in the 1930s. Its history is quite debatable as historians come across different theories.

But the most likely by the historians is connected with Charles Grey.

Legend has it, that, son of a Chinese tea blender was drowning and Charles Grey immediately sends his stuff to save the boy. Being grateful the Chinese tea blender presented Charles Grey a thankful gift.

The gift was the blend of Earl Grey Tea. Charles Grey loved the flavor and aroma of the tea. He immediately decided to introduce this unique blend in the tea market.

 

Different variety:

1)  Traditional Earl Grey Tea –

A blend of black tea and bergamot extract or bergamot essential oil.

2)  Lady Grey (it was named after the wife of Charles Grey) –

A blend of black tea, cornflower, and Seville orange.

3)  London Fog –

A blend of Earl Grey Tea, steamed milk, and vanilla syrup.

4)  French Earl Grey –

A blend of Earl Grey Tea and rose petals.

5)  Russian Earl Grey –

A blend of  Earl Grey Tea, citrus peel, and lemongrass.

6)  Earl Grey Crème –

A blend of Earl Grey Tea, lavender, and vanilla.

7)  Earl Green Tea –

A blend of green tea and bergamot oil.

8)  Earl White Tea –

A blend of white tea and bergamot oil.

9)  Rooibos Earl Grey –

A blend of Rooibos and bergamot oil.

10)  Smokey Earl Grey –

A blend of Lap sang Souchong  and bergamot oil.

 

Amazing Health Benefits:

1)  An Energy Booster –

It contains a safe quantity of caffeine that boosts your energy level to stay active throughout the day.

2)  Keep You Hydrated –

Doctors always suggest drinking a fair amount of water in order to stay hydrated. Drinking too much water can be monotonous. So this tea is calorie-free and sugar-free can be a great substitute for water.

3)  Helps in Weight Loss –

It contributes to weight loss by improving metabolism and quickly consuming energy in your body. Also the citrus extract in the blend aids in fast metabolism.

4)  Improve Immune System –

It contains a good amount of antioxidants which fight the body caused by free radicals inside the body and prevent ailments like fever, infections, etc. Thus boosting our immune system.

5)  Prevent Cold and Influenza –

The tea contains anti-viral compounds that enhance your immunity and protects you from cold and flu.

6)  Benefits skin –

The presence of anti-oxidant can protect your skin from damage and promote glowing youthful skin.

7)  Ease Digestion Problem –

It contains antioxidants and anti-bacterial properties which aids in intestinal problems.

8)  Relief Stress –

The aromatic flavor of the bergamot orange extract or essential oil n the blend soothes you and relieves stress from your body.

9)  Good For Heart –

Various studies say that it includes properties that bring down bad or LDL cholesterol levels and increase good or HDL cholesterol levels leading to a healthy heart condition.

10)  Prevent Cancer –

The presence of flavonoid (antioxidant) in this tea fights free radicals in the body which further reduces the risk of cancer.

11)  Dental Health –

It is rich in catechin which prevents oral infections leading to good dental health.

 

Side Effect:

Excessive consumption can be harmful and can cause health issues like caffeine jitters, muscle cramps, and can also reduce the level of iron absorption in the body. It is better to drink in a moderate portion.

How To Prepare Earl Grey Tea:

The Earl Grey Tea is available in both tea bags and loose tea leaves. Infuse tea bag or loose tea leaves in boiled water for 4-5 minutes. You can even infuse for long period to experience a stronger flavor.

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Strain the infused tea and add sweetener as per your taste. Even milk can be added to the fresh brew as per preference.

 

Best Brands in the world:

• Davidson’s Tea Bulk
• Twinning’s of London
• Taylors of Harrogate
• Ahmad Tea London
• Tazo Earl Grey
• Stash Earl Grey
• O Organic