The Queen’s tea, created to celebrate the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Rome in 2000 and gifted to her on that occasion. A "majestic" powerful and aromatic blend, rich in honey and fruity nuances derived from Keemun and Darjeeling teas and made regal and slightly floral thanks to Formosa Oolong.
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Taste: powerful with floral scents and a slightly honeyed and caramelised aftertaste
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Colour: royal red
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Goes well with: savouries: rice, sandwiches, cheese and ham muffins, cooked vegetables (vegetarian muffins). Sweets: lemon pie, fruit tarts, scones
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Time of day: ideal all day, even late evening
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Beneficial properties: a blend created for regeneration, which at the same time relaxes, aids concentration and is an excellent diuretic
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Recommended teapots: silver, Sheffield, enamel, porcelain or glass
