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Earl Grey Tea-for-One

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Item No. 332171
$52.00

Out of stock

Code: 332171
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  • Description

    Inspired by vintage patterns, our Earl Grey collection of fine bone china has been designed exclusively for Whittard and handcrafted at the Potteries in Stoke-on-Trent.

    Featuring a floral blue design, the tea set includes a dainty cup and saucer, an elegant fluted mug and two different sizes of teapot complete with infuser perfect for hosting a party or catching up with a friend. The pretty plates are made for a spread of fanciful fairy cakes and mini macarons, and the milk and sugar set is a sweet finishing touch.

    Cup
    Height: 7.5cm
    Width (including handle): 10.5cm
    Depth: 8.5cm
    Capacity: 150ml
        
    Saucer
    Height: 1.5cm
    Diameter: 14cm
        
    Care Instructions:
    Dishwasher and microwave safe.

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Earl Who?

Renowned for its wonderful bergamot aroma, Earl Grey tea has become firmly ensconced as an afternoon tea classic. The story goes that the iconic blend was specially created for Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey, in reward for saving the son of a Chinese mandarin from drowning. When his supplies of the tea had run out, the earl commissioned British tea blenders to recreate the taste. A few decades later, Walter Whittard devised his own signature version which took the tea auctions by storm – we love it so much, we've created a collection of tableware and gifts around this classic blend…