MARIAGE FRÈRES Earl Grey - Thé blanc Rhapsody

The bergamot here actually tastes like real fruit rather than the sharp perfume note I'm used to in cheaper Earl Greys, and the white tea keeps the whole cup light enough to drink plain. Steeping it for about three minutes brings out a soft citrus sweetness without any bitterness.

The white tea base is so delicate that the bergamot oil feels like a breeze rather than a punch, and those sun-dried Calabrian pieces add a subtle chew that makes each cup feel a bit special. I've been brewing it lighter than my usual black Earl Grey and it's become my afternoon ritual.

The bergamot pieces are a lovely touch—sun-drenched and real, not just a perfume-y afterthought. I’ve been sipping it every afternoon and the white tea base stays smooth and gentle even as it cools.