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    "excerpt": "A bold Earl Grey built for milk: heavier bergamot over a fuller black base, brewed strong but not stewed.",
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                "Put the temple in the mug and pour the boiling water straight onto it.",
                "Steep 3 to 4 minutes. Four gives a bold, milk ready cup; do not go past 4 or even a strong blend turns tannic and bitter.",
                "Press the bag against the side a couple of times and remove it.",
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