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The Metropolitan Tea Company Versailles Lavender Earl Grey Tea 500g / 1.1lbs

The Metropolitan Tea Company Versailles Lavender Earl Grey Tea 500g / 1.1lbs

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At Steep Society, we believe that every object in your home should serve your daily ritual. While we source from global partners to bring you a diverse collection, each item is held to our rigorous standards of quality and aesthetic harmony.

Mindful Selection: We only feature products that align with our philosophy of slow living and mindful care.

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“Every piece in our shop is more than just a product—it is a chosen companion for your journey toward a more flavorful life.”

A sophisticated marriage of bergamot-kissed black tea and delicate lavender petals, this Versailles blend captures the essence of French elegance in every steeping.

🍃 At a Glance

Base
Black Tea
Style
Floral Earl Grey
Caffeine
Medium
Origin
Sri Lanka, France, Albania

🌸 Ingredients Story

🍃
Sri Lankan Black Tea
From Nuwara Eliya, Dimbula & Uva regions—the foundation
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Lavender Petals
Provence-sourced for authentic floral grace
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Cornflower Petals
Albanian blooms adding visual beauty and subtle sweetness
Natural Flavours
Organic-compliant bergamot essence

📊 Flavor Profile

Body
Rich & robust
Sweetness
Gently honeyed
Floral/Citrus
Balanced lavender & bergamot
Caffeine
Medium-brisk
🌸 Lavender🍊 Bergamot✨ Floral-Elegant🌼 Honeyed

☕ Brewing Guide

🌡️
Water Temp
195°F (90°C)
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Tea/Water
1 tsp / 8 fl oz
⏱️
Steep
3-5 min
❄️
Iced
Cold brew 6h or serve chilled

🌅 Mood & Occasion

☀️
Afternoon Refinement
A mindful companion to contemplative moments
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Evening Indulgence
Enjoy post-dinner for its calming floral notes
Elegant Gatherings
Impress guests with its sophisticated aroma

🎯 Made For

Tea lovers seeking a refined twist on the classical Earl Grey—those drawn to the lavender's gentle, mindful qualities and the bergamot's timeless sophistication. This is for the curator of subtle, complex flavors.

— Why We Selected This —

Metropolitan Tea's small-batch Versailles blend exemplifies what happens when premium Sri Lankan blacks meet Provence's finest botanicals. It's a tea that honors tradition while inviting you into a moment of quiet elegance.

📦 Product Details

Brand
Metropolitan Tea Company
Format
Loose Leaf, 500g / 1.1 lbs
Certification
Natural flavours (organic compliant)
Shelf Life
10 years unopened, 2 years after opening
Storage
Cool, dry, airtight container

Statements regarding traditional tea benefits are not evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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