Bicentennial Marquis de Lafayette
Rating is 5.0 out of five stars based on 17 reviews
The Marquis de Lafayette played a pivotal role in the American Revolution by joining the Continental Army and securing French support, which was instrumental in the colonies' victory. This delicious vanilla mint Earl Grey blend, named in his honor, reflects his refined European heritage and his adventurous spirit, creating a blend as distinguished and dynamic as Lafayette himself.
Ingredients: Black tea, oil of beramot, spearmint, lavender flowers and vanilla.
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Reviews
I thought this was a traditional Earl Grey, but when I opened the package, I was taken aback by the scent of spearmint, which was entirely unexpected. This lavender Earl Grey, paired with mint, is a surprisingly effective combination. The spearmint flavor and fragrance were most pronounced, with the lavender and bergamot notes being more subdued. Incorporating a small amount of organic milk enhanced the creaminess of this blend, resulting in a refreshingly unexpected yet satisfying tea.
Marquis de Lafayette could be considered a tea with taste of two worlds, brewed for a hero.
It combines the classic, citrusy elements of Earl Grey with soothing herbal and creamy notes.
Its initial scent is that of a harmonious mix of bright bergamot and soothing lavender, followed by a hint of fresh spearmint.
The multifaceted flavor offers a unique take on a classic Earl Grey.
This blend, with its revolutionary mix of classic and innovative flavors, is a fitting tribute to its namesake.
Upon opening the package, I was immediately greeted by a delightful fusion of spearmint and vanilla. I steeped one teaspoon at 212°F for five minutes, yielding a rich auburn liquor. The spearmint and bergamot present themselves subtly in the background, complemented by a gentle floral whisper of lavender. The vanilla, however, takes center stage—imparting a smooth, creamy mouthfeel with just a touch of astringency that adds balance and invites sip after sip.
I enjoyed this tribute tea. It was an interesting detour from a traditional Earl Grey. I found the vanilla and spearmint helped to round out and mellow the bergamot flavor.
This blend offers a smoother, more complex taste profile, in my opinion. I tended to notice the vanilla first, followed by the lavender and spearmint, then the bergamot with the black tea base. I had this tea straight but could see adding a splash of almond milk to augment the dessert-like characteristics.
This earl grey inspired blend had a unique Lavender and Mint addition that gives an elevated and distinct favor profile that sets itself apart from a traditional Earl Grey. I brewed this blend for 4 mins at 200 degrees and it resulted in a refined earl grey blend that was slightly minty from addition of spearmint but not at all overwhelming. I am not a fan of minty teas generally but this blend was lovely and everything blended very nicely.
I had this vanilla mint Earl grey tea both hot/plain and in cold brew form and loved it in both ways. Vanilla earl greys have been among my favorite teas as of late but have never had a mint flavored one before. I was super impressed with how the mint flavor complemented the rest- the bergamot was the most subtle here. The tea was flavorful but not overpowering and was really refreshing, particularly in cold brew form. It has a touch of dessert flavor but it was naturally sweet.
At first glance, seeing bergamot in the ingredients made me expect something in the Earl Grey family. Instead, this tea takes a fresh direction: creamy vanilla and cooling mint notes come forward, followed by a soft lavender finish. I enjoyed it most with cream, which rounded out the flavors beautifully. As a cold brew, it was smooth and especially refreshing.