Blue Bergamot Black Tea from the SpecialTea Collection by Merchant Spice Co.

🫖Discover a world of flavor and story with Merchant Spice Co.’s Special Tea Collection. Steeped in tradition and shaped by the artistry of hand‑gathered leaves and blossoms, the Special Tea Collection celebrates the rare, the delicate, and the quietly extraordinary. Each tea is meticulously handcrafted from the most select black or green tea leaves, inviting you to savor subtle hints of mint, the delicate embrace of floral notes, or the smooth taste of chamomile. With every sip, let these teas whisk you away—perhaps to the slopes of Mount St. Helen, where cooling spearmint is harvested from rich volcanic soil, or to a moment of wonder as a tea infused with blue butterfly pea flowers transforms before your eyes with a touch of lemon, its hue shifting like a twilight sky. Each blend is more than a beverage; it is a journey through tradition, landscape, and imagination, promising a cup that delights both palate and spirit.

🍃 The Story Behind the Leaves: Earl Grey itself is a classic, with origins tracing back to the early 19th century. Named after Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey and British Prime Minister, the tea gained prominence for its distinctive infusion of bergamot—a fragrant citrus that lends an invigorating, subtly floral essence. Though its exact origin remains a subject of historical debate, Earl Grey’s enduring legacy in British tea culture is undeniable, having graced the teacups of nobility and literary figures alike.

The addition of blue cornflowers, with their striking azure petals, enhances this storied blend with both visual allure and botanical history. Cornflowers, once symbolic of resilience and nobility, have long been cultivated in European herbal traditions. In tea blending, they serve not only as an aesthetic touch but also as a subtle counterpoint to Earl Grey’s citrusy boldness, imparting a whisper of honeyed sweetness.

Together, these ingredients evoke an era of refined elegance, where tea was more than a simple beverage—it was an experience, an art, a quiet moment suspended in time. Each sip is an echo of history, weaving together English aristocracy, herbal traditions, and the delicate interplay of flavor and form.

🍃 Notes of Leaf and Season: A smooth, citrus‑kissed black tea with bright bergamot notes, softened by the gentle floral lift of blue cornflowers. The cup is brisk yet graceful, finishing with a clean, aromatic bloom.

Savor its refined essence whether steeped warmly or chilled to perfection.

About the Product
Merchant Spice Co.'s SpecialTea Collection offers handcrafted teas that are an exquisite expression of tradition, craftsmanship and nature's artistry. These teas unfold with complexity, revealing layers of aroma, texture and taste.

We are delighted to offer you these exquisitely infused and artfully crafted teas, designed to elevate every sip into a moment of pure indulgence. Each is packaged in a stand-up, resealable bag for your convenience.

🫙Luxury Ingredients: Earl Grey black tea, blue cornflowers.

All natural and preservative free

Available in Net weights of .05 oz., 1.0 oz and 2.0 oz.

🍵Enjoy and raise a cup to life!