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    "excerpt": "An Earl Grey granita forked into fine icy flakes, the bold bergamot holding up through freezing. Lovely with orange, or a splash of gin.",
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            "prep": "15 min + 4 hr freeze",
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                "5 Teapigs Earl Grey Strong tea temples",
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                "90g caster sugar",
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                "Stir the sugar, lemon juice and orange zest into the warm brew until the sugar dissolves, then cool and remove the zest.",
                "Pour into the wide tray and freeze flat so it sets fast and even.",
                "After 1 hour, drag a fork through the icy edges into the centre. Repeat every 30 to 45 minutes for about 3 to 4 hours.",
                "Each forking breaks the crystals so it sets as fragrant, light flakes.",
                "Fork through again and serve in chilled glasses; add a teaspoon of gin per glass for an adult version."
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