A Tribute Website Inspired by Diana, Princess of Wales
What time is it?
“‘Yes, that’s it!’ said the Hatter with a sigh. “It’s always tea time.’”
— Lewis Carroll
Nothing comforts like a fresh pot of fragrant tea, waiting patiently on a tea warmer for the moment when it is poured and served. A cup of tea is like a personal promise of comfort, a moment savored away from the stress of the day. Hot or cold, dark or light. Sweet or savory. Does the milk go in first, and should the lemons be sliced or in wedges?
Princess Diana preferred coffee, but she still enjoyed a good cuppa. Though there are many different types of uplifting refreshment, some of the most common British varieties include black tea, green tea, white tea, oolong tea, herbal tea, rooibos tea, and pu’erh tea. This list will focus on traditional British Teas, particularly on preferences from the British Royal Family. I hope you find an interesting new brand or flavor to try, because tea is life. Please note that some of the links in this article are affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase.
-Stephanie
Diana’s favorite tea was the Rose Pouchong sold by Britain’s gourmet grocer Fortnum and Mason. Now available in packaged tea bags, the black tea has a subtle rose flavor and flecks of dried rose petals. The 125g Loose Tea arrives in a keepsake gift tin caddy. Now available in teabags. It is recommended to drink this hot, without milk ‘to fully appreciate the delicate floral flavour’.
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A sweetly commemorative Princess Diana tea tin that includes 40 signature English Breakfast teabags. The black tea profile is mild, tastes good with milk or sugar, and is easy to drink hot or cold. But let’s be honest - most people do not purchase this tin because they want to drink the overpriced breakfast tea inside the container. The real reason for buying this particular brand is to acquire the very desirable tin that features the portrait of the Princess of Wales. Fitted with a hinged lid for easy opening that keeps the tea fresh. There is also a Queen Elizabeth commemorative tin and a Catherine, Princess of Wales tin to choose from.
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This family run tea business based in Harrogate, England has the catchy slogan, “Let’s Have a Proper Brew!” Taylors of Harrogate is Carbon Neutral Certified, a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership, and Rainforest Alliance Certified, and is considered vegan and Keto. The company sells Red and Gold tea. The Red is described as a “Rich, full-bodied blend, ideal for breakfast tea or afternoon delight,” while the Gold “produces a rich, golden liquor that is full of character and brightness with a brisk, refreshing profile.” Available in regular and decaffeinated, it is suggested to drink with milk, or just ‘pure’.
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This family run tea business based in Harrogate, England has the catchy slogan, “Let’s Have a Proper Brew!” Taylors of Harrogate is Carbon Neutral Certified, a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership, and Rainforest Alliance Certified, and is considered vegan and Keto. The company sells Red and Gold tea. The Red is described as a “Rich, full-bodied blend, ideal for breakfast tea or afternoon delight,” while the Gold “produces a rich, golden liquor that is full of character and brightness with a brisk, refreshing profile.” Available in regular and decaffeinated, it is suggested to drink with milk, or just ‘pure’.
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This family run tea business based in Harrogate, England has the catchy slogan, “Let’s Have a Proper Brew!” Taylors of Harrogate is Carbon Neutral Certified, a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership, and Rainforest Alliance Certified, and is considered vegan and Keto. The company sells Red and Gold tea. The Red is described as a “Rich, full-bodied blend, ideal for breakfast tea or afternoon delight,” while the Gold “produces a rich, golden liquor that is full of character and brightness with a brisk, refreshing profile.” Available in regular and decaffeinated, it is suggested to drink with milk, or just ‘pure’.
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This was Queen Elizabeth’s favorite tea. She would drink it with a splash of milk and no sugar, and would take a stockpile of them with her on her various trips so that she would never run out. Catherine, Princess of Wales, also prefers Earl Grey, but with a unique touch of honey. It is hard to beat that as a recommendation! British tea maker Twinings has been brewing its popular beverage since the early 1700’s, and was awarded their first Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria in 1837; the company has been supplying tea to every British Monarch’s household ever since. Although Twinings offers over 50 different varieties of tea, the citrus and bergamot flavored Earl Grey is one of the most popular.
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To pyramid or not to pyramid - that is the question! G Tips is a brand of tea in the United Kingdom manufactured by Lipton Teas and Infusions. It has been around since the 1930’s, and is a proper British black tea perfect for the everyday working man and woman. In 1996, the company went rogue from most other British tea companies and introduced the controversial tetrahedron tea bag. Marketed as the ‘perfect shape to give the tea leaves room to breathe and bloom,’ the brew is still super popular. However - notice that this version is the ‘Non-pyramid’ version. Very specific. This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications, including responsibly managed forests and protection of ecosystems. Technically, this falls under the broad category of English Breakfast Teas, which is Prince William’s favorite cuppa. This tea is good enough that you can try both the non-pyramid and the pyramid bags and make your own decision. Go ahead - live a little.
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So, we have two very different ginger tea recommendations here, but since we’re talking about Prince Harry’s favorite flavor, I think the duality is warranted. Let’s assume that the Duke of Sussex, having been raised in the royal household under the Royal Warrant, would probably gravitate towards the Twinings Lemon and Ginger tea. However; given how Harry has drifted from the throne… let’s assume that he has gone vegan and now cannot get enough TAZO Organic Green Tea in his life. Both teas have strong followings. They are savory, elegant green teas blossoming with the flavors of ginger.
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So, we have two very different ginger tea recommendations here, but since we’re talking about Prince Harry’s favorite flavor, I think the duality is warranted. Let’s assume that the Duke of Sussex, having been raised in the royal household under the Royal Warrant, would probably gravitate towards the Twinings Lemon and Ginger tea. However; given how Harry has drifted from the throne… let’s assume that he has gone vegan and now cannot get enough TAZO Organic Green Tea in his life. Both teas have strong followings. They are savory, elegant green teas blossoming with the flavors of ginger.
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Quintessential London superstore Harrods is synonymous with luxury and style. The Harrods No. 14 English Breakfast blends together the four unique flavors of Assam, Ceylon, Darjeeling, and Kenyan, each selected to create a fragrant symphony of a modern British cuppa. Pay attention when shopping for English Breakfast at Harrods, because there are two to choose from. The No. 14 has a lighter taste than No. 15. If you are interested in a heartier, more robust tea experience than select the No. 15 Knightsbridge Strong.
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A classic tea assortment of refreshing flavors. The cheerful decorative box makes this easy to give as a gift. It contains six tea bags of each: English Breakfast Black Tea, Camomile, Honey & Vanilla Herbal Tea, Chai Black Tea, Green Tea, Lemon & Ginger Herbal Tea, English Breakfast Decaffeinated Black Tea, Pure Peppermint Herbal Tea, and Earl Grey Black Tea. It’s a nice way to procure a small amount of tea for a tasting so that you can decide if you like it enough to warrant purchasing larger quantities.
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Included in this collection are Royal Blend, Breakfast Blend, Afternoon Blend, Queen Anne Blend, Earl Grey Classic and Smoky Earl Grey individually wrapped tea bags. Pretty enough to share at a tea party and fancy enough to impress at a baby or bridal shower. Smoky Earl sounds exotic, especially to people that are already fond of the original. Worth trying this sampler set just to find out how that tastes.
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