Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g
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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.
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.
Ingredients and dietary suitability: Check the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
A fifty-bag Williamson household pack at an accessible price, the proper Earl Grey for a brighter Kenyan body under the bergamot.
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.
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.
The Taste Profile
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Citrus Zest: ●●●●● (5/5) Bright, distinct Mediterranean bergamot top notes for a sensory lift.
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Malty Depth: ●●●●○ (4/5) Robust Kenyan black tea base that provides a satisfying body.
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Floral Aroma: ●●●○○ (3/5) Delicate orange blossom finish for a refined drinking experience.
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Smoothness: ●●●●● (5/5) Zero bitterness, even with a longer steep, ensuring a velvety mouthfeel.
Teas.co.uk Curator Rating: 4.8/5, Our expert verdict.
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.
How Does Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g Compare to:
- Yorkshire Tea: Williamson 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.
- PG Tips: where 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.
- Twinings English Breakfast: both 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.
Ideal Brewing Conditions
To unlock the full potential of your Williamson Earl Grey, specific thermal techniques are required to release the citrus oils and black tea tannins.
The Barista Hot Serve
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Measure: Place one tea bag in your favourite mug or pre warmed teapot.
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Water: Use freshly boiled water at 100 degrees Celsius to fully activate the leaves.
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Steep: Infuse 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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Finish: Delicious black with a slice of lemon to accentuate the bergamot, or with a splash of milk for a creamy brew.
The London Fog Latte
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Concentrate: Brew one bag in 100ml of boiling water for 5 minutes to create a strong citrus base.
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Sweeten: Stir in a teaspoon of vanilla syrup or honey while the liquor is warm.
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Finish: Top with frothed hot milk (oat milk works exceptionally well) for a cafe style earl grey latte in 2026.
Brewing The Perfect Cup of Williamson Earl Grey, 50 Tea Bags 125g
- Water temperature: 100°C, just boiled water is essential for full extraction of theaflavins and thearubigins.
- Measure: One bag per 200ml of water for a standard cup; use 2 bags in 300ml if you want builder strength.
- Steep: 3 to 5 minutes; longer for a stronger, milkier cup, shorter for a lighter pour.
- Service: Add 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 version: Brew 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.
- Caffeine: contains caffeine; a product-specific milligram figure is not claimed.
- Best with: a full English breakfast, toast and marmalade, fruit cake, scones with cream.
Safety And Purity
Nutrient Note: Contains 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 suitability: Check the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
Chemical Cleanliness: Grown without chemical pesticides for a clean label experience in 2026.
Caffeine Note: Contains moderate caffeine. Not suitable for those with severe sensitivity or for children.
Acid Reflux: Citrus oil and tannins may irritate sensitive stomachs; it is recommended to drink between meals.
Child Safety: Keep out of reach of children.
About Williamson
Williamson Tea is one of the oldest tea brands in the world, owning estates in Kenya and Malawi since 1869. Unusually for a tea brand, they grow, blend, and pack everything themselves. The Earl Grey is widely considered one of the most-balanced commercial Earl Greys; the Premium Breakfast is single-estate African black tea.
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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.
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| Product type | Black Tea |
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| Brand | Williamson |
| Caffeine | Check the pack |
| Pack yield | 50 servings |
| Allergens | Check the product pack before use; ingredients and manufacturing information can change. |
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