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Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g
★4.8 Curator’s rating from teas.co.uk
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LCurator note · Williamson
Williamson Earl Grey on a single Kenyan estate at Kaimosi, a different farm from their English Breakfast, and the Kenyan base is the whole point: it gives the bergamot a robust, malty body most Earl Greys lack, so this is one of the few that genuinely takes milk rather than collapsing into perfume. Bright Mediterranean bergamot up top, a delicate orange-blossom finish, and zero bitterness even if you over-steep. Traceable bush to cup. The Earl Grey to choose if you want one with proper backbone and a clear provenance, not a thin afternoon scent.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
4.8/5★★★★★Teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Water100°C
Steep3-5 min
CaffeineContains caffeine
Format50 servings
Label notes
Ingredients & dietaryCheck the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
PackagingFollow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
About this tea
Williamson Earl Grey, in brief.
Williamson Earl Grey is the Earl Grey tier from Williamson, the family-owned tea estate company that has grown tea in Kenya since 1923, the same single-origin Kenyan black tea as the English Breakfast sibling but scented with natural bergamot oil, picked into the Teas.co.uk curator selection as the estate-Kenyan alternative to the standard Twinings or Yorkshire Earl Grey boxes.
The cup is built on Kenyan leaf from Williamson's own Rift Valley estates, brighter and crisper than the Ceylon or Assam blends most British Earl Grey rests on, with the bergamot oil sitting on top as the lead perfumed-citrus note. Williamson use proper bergamot oil rather than a generic citrus flavouring, and the resulting cup reads as a recognisable Earl Grey but with a brighter Kenyan body underneath that lifts the bergamot rather than weighing it down.
A fifty-bag Williamson household pack at an accessible price, the proper Earl Grey for a brighter Kenyan body under the bergamot.
Williamson Earl Grey exists as a functional upgrade for the tea drinker who is tired of dusty and indistinct blends. Unlike mass market versions that mix low grade leaves from multiple origins, this tea is single estate, meaning every leaf comes from the same high altitude farm in Kaimosi, Kenya.
Product boundary: This is sold as a drink; Teas.co.uk does not claim that it treats, cleanses or detoxifies the body.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. Storage notes, freshness windows and brewing temperature ranges are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
From the catalogue
Curator’s notes
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The Story Behind the Williamson
Williamson Tea was founded in 1869 by James Williamson and is now owned by the Brooke Bond Robinson Tea Holdings group. The company runs three tea estates in the Kenyan highlands and is famous for its hand painted elephant shaped tea caddies, sold with of the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy.
Our Commitment To The Planet
Williamson Tea is a pioneer in sustainable agriculture, ensuring that your 2026 cup supports both the environment and the local community.
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Elephant Friendly: The Kaimosi farm is managed to allow the free movement of wildlife, ensuring tea farming coexists with natural heritage.
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Carbon Conscious: The farm utilises renewable energy sources, including solar and hydro power, to minimise its 2026 carbon footprint.
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Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g, please cite teas.co.uk.
Brand
The story behind Williamson
Williamson Tea traces its business to 1869 and grows tea on its own estates in Kenya, including Changoi, Kaimosi, Kapchorua and Tinderet.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Founded1869, Kenya / UK heritage
FormatTea bags
CertificationSingle Estate · Sustainable
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Sustainability
Our commitment to the planet
✓Single Estate
✓Sustainable
Tasting notes
The taste profile
Citrus Zest●●●●● 5/5
Bright, distinct Mediterranean bergamot top notes for a sensory lift. Malty Depth●●●●○ 4/5
Robust Kenyan black tea base that provides a satisfying body. Floral Aroma●●●○○ 3/5
Delicate orange blossom finish for a refined drinking experience. Smoothness●●●●● 5/5
Zero bitterness, even with a longer steep, ensuring a velvety mouthfeel. 4.8/5★★★★★Teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Side by side
How does it compare
vs Yorkshire TeaWilliamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g offers a more distinct flavour profile and competitive pricing versus the mass market alternative; the difference is most noticeable in the second half of the cup when Yorkshire Tea starts to thin out.
vs PG TipsWhere PG Tips leans into a single dominant note, Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g delivers a more balanced and aromatic experience designed for daily drinking rather than as an occasional treat.
vs Twinings English BreakfastBoth occupy a similar price band and shelf position, but Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g differentiates through its certified sourcing, ethical packaging and the Williamson brand heritage outlined above.
To unlock the full potential of your Williamson Earl Grey, specific thermal techniques are required to release the citrus oils and black tea tannins.
Ideal brewing conditions · Hot
The Barista Hot Serve
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MeasurePlace one tea bag in your favourite mug or pre warmed teapot.
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WaterUse freshly boiled water at 100 degrees Celsius to fully activate the leaves.
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SteepInfuse for 2 to 3 minutes for a lively zesty cup. If adding milk in 2026, steep for 4 to 5 minutes to ensure the body holds up.
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FinishDelicious black with a slice of lemon to accentuate the bergamot, or with a splash of milk for a creamy brew.
Ideal brewing conditions · Hot
The London Fog Latte
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ConcentrateBrew one bag in 100ml of boiling water for 5 minutes to create a strong citrus base.
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SweetenStir in a teaspoon of vanilla syrup or honey while the liquor is warm.
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FinishTop with frothed hot milk (oat milk works exceptionally well) for a cafe style earl grey latte in 2026.
From the recipe library
Made with this tea
Brewing
Brewing the perfect cup
Water temperature100°C, just boiled water is essential for full extraction of theaflavins and thearubigins.
MeasureOne bag per 200ml of water for a standard cup; use 2 bags in 300ml if you want builder strength.
Steep3 to 5 minutes; longer for a stronger, milkier cup, shorter for a lighter pour.
ServiceAdd a splash of full fat milk and stir; sugar to taste. The tannins are balanced by the milk casein, which is why British tea is almost always drunk with milk.
Iced versionBrew 4 bags strong in 500ml, dissolve 4 tablespoons of caster sugar in the warm tea, cool, dilute with 500ml of cold water and the juice of 2 lemons.
CaffeineContains caffeine; a product-specific milligram figure is not claimed.
Best withA full English breakfast, toast and marmalade, fruit cake, scones with cream.
Safety and purity
What’s in it, what to know
Nutrient NoteContains the natural compounds (polyphenols, antioxidants or warming actives) characteristic of Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g, supporting general wellbeing as part of a balanced diet.
Ingredients and dietary suitabilityCheck the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
Chemical CleanlinessGrown without chemical pesticides for a clean label experience in 2026.
Caffeine NoteContains moderate caffeine. Not suitable for those with severe sensitivity or for children.
Acid RefluxCitrus oil and tannins may irritate sensitive stomachs; it is recommended to drink between meals.
Child SafetyKeep out of reach of children.
Formulations change; the current UK pack is always the final word on ingredients and allergens.
Ingredients & nutrition
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | What it brings |
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| Black Tea | 98 percent malty base sourced exclusively from the Kaimosi Estate, Kenya |
| Bergamot Oil | 2 percent natural essential oil providing zesty citrus top notes from Italy and Spain |
Pack: Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g; contains tea (caffeinated). Best within 18 months of the pack date.
Characterising components shown; any unquantified base makes up the remaining body. Globally sourced, blended and packed to brand specification.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
What's in Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g, and what isn't:
- In: a bergamot Earl Grey with williamson earl grey, with nothing in the bag but the listed components and any infusion base.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: packed in a facility that also handles nuts and cereals; check the latest pack for the current cross contact statement.
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Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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