Watch the short video below to see the inspiration for Imperial Earl Grey.
The Quinteassential Experience
At Quinteassential, we believe that taking time for you is so important.
To allow you to fully immerse yourself in your 'Me Moment', each of our tea packets come with a QR code. When scanned, you will be able to play our soundtrack that acts as a tea-timer and read the full Imperial Earl Grey story.
Whilst you wait, not only can you enjoy the decadent aromas of your tea as it brews but you can also use that time to relax and reflect with the help of our soothing soundtrack and exciting story.
Once brewed, you are ready to enjoy a cup of your favourite tea and truly indulge yourself in your 'Me Moment'.
The Imperial Earl Grey Story
As he took the very first sip of his Imperial Earl Grey, his tastebuds were greeted by mild citrusy bergamot, pleasingly light and floral oolong, and the comforting, familiar flavours of black tea.
He was suddenly transported, as the aromas reminded him of a story he was once told:
A young gentleman sailed along the majestic Yangzi River on an Oriental junk.
So far from home, surrounded by the...
Read the full story and capture your own 'Me Moment' of reflection, when you experience our Imperial Earl Grey tea.
The Imperial Earl Grey Story
As he took the very first sip of his Imperial Earl Grey, his tastebuds were greeted by mild citrusy bergamot, pleasingly light and floral oolong, and the comforting, familiar flavours of black tea.
He was suddenly transported, as the aromas reminded him of a story he was once told:
A young gentleman sailed along the majestic Yangzi River on an Oriental junk.
So far from home, surrounded by the...
Read the full story and capture your own 'Me Moment' of reflection, when you experience our Imperial Earl Grey tea.
Wedgwood, the iconic British brand that exemplifies craftsmanship and quality has always been quintessentially linked to the English tradition of tea and teaware. When the time came to reinvigorate our tea collection, which is so essential to the teaware pieces that make a traditional English afternoon tea celebration, my team and I found the perfect partners in Quinteassential. Bernadine’s unique skill to translate stories into tea ingredients is only surpassed by her sense for flavour and her proficiency to design colourful, elegant and expressive blends. In my own time, the ritual of drinking Quinteassential tea has become a daily habit and I’m exalted to have discovered such an alluring tea marque in Quinteassential.
Vicki Mapplebeck FCIM
Global Marketing & Licensing Director (formerly)
Wedgwood / Waterford / Royal Doulton