Fleur Grey
The origin story
The romantic answer to The Grey Standard
Fleur Grey is our French Earl Grey — the same estate-black foundation as The Grey Standard, softened with whole blossoms. Where the Standard is composed and upright, Fleur is open and aromatic. Two interpretations of one idea, which is very much the KVL way: two truths, one intention.
- Region
- Indian estate black · Bergamot & blossoms
- Sourcing
- Purposeful blend
- Harvest
- Blended by character
- Garden
- Hill gardens
Tasting notes
What's in the cup
- Aroma Bergamot, rose, a soft floral veil
- Body Graceful, aromatic, silken
- Finish Floral and lingering, never perfumed
Brewing guide
How to brew it well
Use fresh, filtered water. The leaf will tell you when it is ready — trust your nose before the clock.
Pairs well with
At the table
Madeleines
Built for each other
Fresh berries and cream
Floral meets fruit
A long letter
The correspondence tea
Questions
Before you brew
Where does this tea actually come from?
Indian estate black · Bergamot & blossoms — purposeful blend. Every KVL single-estate tea traces to one garden, one flush, one harvest window, and our blends are built from estate teas we can name. If we can't trace it, we don't sell it.
How fresh is it?
Most commercial tea is 12–18 months old before it reaches a shelf. Ours travels from estate to your door in 4–8 weeks. Stored sealed, away from light and heat, it will hold its character for 12 months or more.
How many cups will I get?
A 2 oz (50 g) pouch brews roughly 20–25 cups; 3.5 oz (100 g) roughly 40–50. Most of our whole-leaf teas re-steep well, so the real number is usually higher.
What is the artwork on the tin?
Original artwork by Chitran, created for this tea. Each illustration draws from Indian cultural traditions and tells the story of this tea's character — a fusion of English and Hindu artistic traditions, and a different image for every tea we make.
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Product Info
Fleur Grey
A floral interpretation of the classic Earl Grey — estate Assam black tea with bergamot and whole-petal botanicals.
Our Fleur Grey is a refined floral Earl Grey that brings softness and complexity to a beloved classic. Built on estate Assam black tea from the Bahani garden, it is scented with bergamot and blended with whole dried florals — rose petals, lavender, and cornflower — for a cup that is as beautiful to look at as it is to drink.
The cup is aromatic and delicate with a soft floral character, bright bergamot lift, and a smooth, gentle finish.
An Earl Grey for those who want something a little more alive.
Origin
The black tea foundation is sourced from the Bahani estate in Assam. The whole dried botanicals — rose petals, lavender buds, and cornflower petals — are selected for purity and color vibrancy, adding both visual beauty and genuine floral flavor to every cup.
Ingredients
Assam Black Tea (Bahani Estate), Bergamot Oil, Rose Petals, Lavender, Cornflower Petals
Tasting Notes
Aromatic and gentle with a bright bergamot character, soft rose and lavender floral notes, and a smooth Assam backbone. A beautifully layered, delicate Earl Grey.
Steeping Guide
Tea: 1 tsp per cup
Water Temperature: 200–205°F (93–96°C)
Steep Time: 3–4 minutes
Best Enjoyed: Best enjoyed without milk to let the florals shine
Why You'll Love It
- Whole-petal botanicals — rose, lavender, cornflower
- Estate Assam base with bergamot lift
- Aromatic and visually stunning loose leaf blend
- No artificial fragrance or flavoring
- A refined, feminine Earl Grey unlike any commercial version
Taste the Difference
We start where great tea begins — at origin. Our teas are sourced directly from India's most respected estates, then crafted using whole leaves and real botanicals to create blends that enhance — not mask — flavor.
- ✔ Whole-leaf teas only
- ✔ Real spices, herbs, and botanicals
- ✔ Estate-sourced base teas
- ✔ Blended for flavor — not to standardize
From estate to blend — without compromise.
© 2026 KVL Hill Garden Teas
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Sku:
SIG-EG-FRE-P-2
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Brand:
KVL Hill Garden Teas