Earl Grey

noun

: a black-tea blend flavored with bergamot oil

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In a city that’s perhaps better known for its classic cocktails than afternoon tea, finding an atmospheric nook in New York City to sip on Earl Grey while savoring scones and sweets requires some research. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025 The signature tea is Sketch Earl Grey: a classic Earl Grey tea with a twist featuring a fragrant blend of bergamot and citrus. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 How Did Earl Grey Get Its Name? Earl Grey’s name comes from Charles Grey, a British politician, wealthy land owner and brief lover of the married Duchess of Devonshire. Rai Mincey, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Magic Hour's organic teas offer just that elixir, with flavorful blends like coconut chai, raspberry Earl Grey and cherry blossom pineapple cream green tea. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Earl Grey 

Word History

Etymology

Charles Grey, second Earl Grey †1845 English statesman

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Earl Grey was in 1936

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“Earl Grey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Earl%20Grey. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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