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Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme Loose Leaf

The Earl Grey most people spend years trying to improve on. Then stop.

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Form

Loose leaf

Leaf

Black

Brew temp

212°F

Steep time

4-5 min

The verdict

Where this pick fits.

Whole Darjeeling and Nilgiri leaves, whole blue cornflower petals, bergamot oil that has not changed since Don Harney started blending in 1983. Steeps a clean, bright cup with a floral top note that holds long after the pour. Most people spend years trying to find something better. Most people stop trying.

The Earl Grey most people spend years trying to improve on. Then stop. It earned its spot in our lineup by solving the stage it's supposed to solve — without pretending to solve every stage after it.

Quick take

  • Best for: afternoon, Earl Grey aficionados, straight or with milk
  • Format: Loose leaf
  • Leaf: Black
  • Caffeine: high

Best for

Where it earns its keep.

  • · afternoon
  • · Earl Grey aficionados
  • · straight or with milk

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Head to head

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Common questions

Before you pour.

Is the Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme Loose Leaf worth it? +

Whole Darjeeling and Nilgiri leaves, whole blue cornflower petals, bergamot oil that has not changed since Don Harney started blending in 1983. Steeps a clean, bright cup with a floral top note that holds long after the pour. Most people spend years trying to find something better. Most people stop trying. We keep it in the lineup for afternoon and Earl Grey aficionados.

How much caffeine is in Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme Loose Leaf? +

It sits in the high range, which is typical for black tea. A longer steep pulls more caffeine; pull it early in the 4-5 min window to keep the cup lighter.

What water temperature and steep time does Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme Loose Leaf need? +

Brew at 212°F for 4-5 min. Our brewing guide has the full method, ratio, and water notes.

Where can you buy the Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme Loose Leaf? +

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