Earl Grey is the most famous flavoured tea. The secret recipe was said to have been given to one of Earl Grey's diplomats in 1830 by a Chinese Mandarin as a reward for saving his life. The Chinese believe that it keeps mind, body, and spirit in perfect harmony. Earl Grey is a blend of fine black China whole leaf tea and the natural oil of bergamot. Bergamot comes from the Turkish for "prince's pear". It is a pear shaped citrus fruit that is grown in Italy and Sicily. It can be served with or without milk.
