Enjoy the bright, fragrant flavour of Birchall Virunga Earl Grey Tea, a premium single-origin black tea grown in Rwanda and blended with natural bergamot flavour for a distinctive citrus taste with delicate floral notes.
Supplied in a box of 80 plant-based Prism™ tea bags, this elegant Earl Grey combines carefully selected black tea with bergamot and colourful cornflowers to create a beautifully aromatic and refreshing cup.
The tea is grown close to Rwanda's border with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Virunga National Park. Here, high altitude, relatively cool temperatures, high rainfall and rich volcanic soils provide excellent growing conditions. The tea bushes grow slowly, allowing greater flavour to develop before the leaves are individually hand-picked.
Enjoy Birchall Virunga Earl Grey on its own, with a slice of lemon or with a splash of milk – perfect for afternoon tea or an uplifting everyday brew.
Why Choose Birchall Virunga Earl Grey?
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Premium single-origin tea – sourced from tea gardens in Rwanda
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Classic Earl Grey flavour – black tea blended with natural bergamot flavour for distinctive citrus and floral notes
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80 Prism™ tea bags – a convenient larger pack for regular Earl Grey drinkers
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Plant-based tea bags – made using SoilOn™, a plant-based PLA mesh derived from renewable resources
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Rainforest Alliance Certified – responsibly sourced tea
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Carbon Neutral – Birchall states that all of its products are certified Carbon Neutral
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Solar-powered production – produced at Birchall's 100% solar-powered tea factory in Wiltshire
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Recyclable carton – made from responsibly sourced FSC®-certified board
Premium Rwandan Earl Grey Tea
The distinctive character of Birchall Virunga Earl Grey starts at its source.
The black tea is grown in Rwanda, close to Virunga National Park, where altitude, rainfall and rich volcanic soils create excellent conditions for growing high-quality tea. The cooler temperatures at altitude mean the tea bushes grow more slowly, allowing the leaves to develop greater flavour before they are carefully hand-picked.
The selected black tea is then blended with natural bergamot flavour and cornflowers, creating a fragrant Earl Grey with refreshing citrus character and delicate spicy floral notes.
Sustainable & Plant-Based Tea Bags
Birchall Virunga Earl Grey is fully Rainforest Alliance Certified and produced at Birchall's 100% solar-powered tea factory in Wiltshire. Birchall also states that all of its products are certified Carbon Neutral.
Each Prism™ tea bag is made from SoilOn™, a plant-based PLA mesh derived from renewable resources. The spacious Prism™ shape gives the tea leaves plenty of room to move and infuse, helping to release their full flavour and aroma into your cup.
The Prism™ tea bags are made from plant-based material and are industrially compostable. They are not designed for typical home composting, as they require the conditions found in commercial composting facilities to break down effectively. Some local authorities accept industrially compostable tea bags as part of their food waste collections, so please check your local council's guidance before disposal.
The outer carton is made from responsibly sourced FSC®-certified board and can be recycled through household paper recycling collections.
How to Brew Birchall Earl Grey Tea
For the perfect cup:
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Use one Prism™ tea bag per cup
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Add freshly boiled water at 100°C
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Allow to brew for 3 minutes
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Enjoy on its own, with a slice of lemon or with a splash of milk
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from strong aromas to help preserve the tea's delicate bergamot aroma and flavour.
Product Details
Brand: Birchall
Product: Virunga Earl Grey
Tea type: Earl Grey black tea
Origin: Rwanda
Ingredients: Black tea, natural bergamot flavour, cornflowers
Flavour: Citrus with delicate spicy floral notes
Format: Plant-Based Prism™ tea bags
Quantity: 80 tea bags
Caffeine: Caffeinated
Recommended brew time: 3 minutes
Recommended water temperature: 100°C
Certification: Rainforest Alliance Certified
Tea bag disposal: Industrial composting / food waste collection where accepted
Carton: FSC®-certified board, recyclable with household paper recycling
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Birchall Virunga Earl Grey taste like?
Birchall Virunga Earl Grey combines high-quality Rwandan black tea with natural bergamot flavour, creating a bright and fragrant tea with distinctive citrus and delicate spicy floral notes.
Where is Birchall Virunga Earl Grey grown?
The black tea is grown in Rwanda, close to the country's border with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Virunga National Park. The high-altitude growing conditions, rainfall and rich volcanic soils help the tea develop its distinctive flavour.
How long should I brew Birchall Earl Grey?
Birchall recommends brewing Virunga Earl Grey for 3 minutes using freshly boiled water at 100°C.
Can you drink Birchall Earl Grey with milk?
Yes. Birchall Virunga Earl Grey can be enjoyed with or without milk. It is also delicious served on its own or with a slice of lemon.
Are Birchall Prism™ tea bags plant-based?
Yes. Birchall Prism™ tea bags are made using SoilOn™, a plant-based PLA mesh derived from renewable resources.
Can Birchall Prism™ tea bags be composted?
Birchall Prism™ tea bags are suitable for industrial composting rather than typical home composting. They can be disposed of through food waste collections where accepted, but you should check your local council's guidance before placing them in your food waste bin.
Is the packaging recyclable?
The Prism™ tea bag carton is made from responsibly sourced FSC®-certified board and can be recycled through household paper recycling collections.
