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William Shakespeare's Black Tea Blend


William Shakespeare's Black Tea Blend

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Possibly the most well-known name in western literature, William Shakespeare began his life as a tanner’s son in Stratford-Upon-Avon in the spring of 1564. After a seven year period following the birth of his children in which no reliable records of his life can be found, Shakespeare reappeared in London where he began writing and acting in plays. Initially, his name was relegated to the corners of playbills, but as his productions grew in popularity, theaters began using “written by William Shakespeare” as their main selling point. The plays and poems he produced during the thirty year period when he was writing have endured the test of time and are studied and read across the world. He pioneered many styles and structures that have set the foundations for some of western literature’s greatest achievements. Shakespeare is even credited with inventing over 1700 words in the English language.

Gardens, herbs, and flowers appear in many of Shakespeare’s plays and oftentimes play a critical role in his stories. Our William Shakespeare tea blend is a combination of a few of the many herbs he references: lavender, roses, rosemary. The wit and playfulness of his verse means that Shakespeare’s plays can still be enjoyed today, ideally with a warm cup of tea.

This black tea and floral blend brews to an amber cup with a sweet, floral taste. The slightly earthy and woodsy notes are rounded out with the citrus taste of bergamot and sweet rose petals.

Ingredients: Rose Congou black tea, lavender petals, rose petals, rosemary and bergamot oil.

Certified Kosher

Brew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes.

4 Ounces of loose tea makes approximately 50 cups of tea.

Please note that the photo is shown for our 4oz tin. We are also offering this in a 4oz pkg size, which will come in one of our double lined bags labeled with the name of the tea.

A small sampling of Shakespeare’s works are:

     The Merry Wives of Windsor
     The Merchant of Venice
     A Midsummer Night’s Dream
     Much Ado about nothing
     Taming of the Shrew
     The Tempest
     Twelfth Night
     Two Gentlemen of Verona
     Winter’s Tale
     Antony and Cleopatra
     Hamlet
     Julius Caesar
     King Lear
     Macbeth
     Othello
     Romeo and Juliet

Check with your local bookstore for more titles or for recommendations for further reading.

Customer Reviews
Nice Flavor 7/28/2020
This tea hits all the right notes--a bit herb-y (from the rosemary), a bit floral (from the rose and lavender), and an underlaying malty flavor from the black tea used as a base. Milk pairs well with this tea to create a satisfying cup. One should note, however, that contrary to the description, this tea is more savory than sweet
 
Promise of an elegant garden filled with rosemary 5/14/2020
Shakespeare, for if you like rose gardens in your tea. So, the first thing I noticed about this tea is it smells like rosemary. Now, I like rosemary, so I was intrigued since I'd had such a bad experience with another tea with bergamot. There are several rose tea blends in this tea, but mostly I tasted the rosemary. Which, I gotta say, kind of a weird taste to be in tea. Not bad, but... odd. Maybe other people will taste the roses. This tea wants to take you for a walk in an elegant garden, but the common herbs are definitely the star here
- Chandler, GA
 
Great to share with coffee drinkers 3/18/2020
I personal find the tea to be a bit smoky (something I don't enjoy) but not anywhere near as smoke as Morgans Blend. Other than that it is a alright tasting tea. However I find it greatest strength in that when shared with coffee drinkers that are not also into teas they feel it is a good tasting tea.
- Debra, KS
 
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Great to share with coffee drinkers 3/18/2020
I personal find the tea to be a bit smoky (something I don't enjoy) but not anywhere near as smoke as Morgans Blend. Outside the the smoky taste is is a good tea. However I find the this tea's great strength is that coffee drinker who are not also into tea, find it to be an enjoyable blend.
- Debra, KS
 
Delicious smooth black tea with fabulous herbs 7/27/2019
I love this tea hot or iced. The rosemary adds an interesting and delicious taste to the bergamot and this is refreshing iced with a slice of lime or lemon.
- Laura Ann Grymes, TX
 
To Tea or Not to Tea...It's a No-brainer 3/28/2019
Dark with a hidden complexity that fits with the The Bard's genius. You must try this tea that tastes like Hamlet.
- Kim, MI
 
Springtime in a cup 1/15/2019
This is another outstanding tea blend from S&V. It's wonderfully floral in looks, smell, and flavor. You can taste every ingredient as you sip this smooth floral delight. It really does invoke the feeling of a quiet morning in the garden.
- Sarah D, OH
 
Fit for the Bard 11/26/2018
Lovely flavors, huge fan of rose, and this is a perfect tribute to the great man!
- Jesse, KY
 
Being in the flower garden 10/1/2018
Someone is genius who created this tea! It provides flowery scent when open the can, make me feel like being in the flower garden. The first taste is lavender and rose fills-up after swallowed. It's amazing!
 
A great combination of flavors! 8/10/2017
I had to buy the lovely literary sampler gift box from S&V. Sadly, the box doesnt come with adorable mini versions of the awesome big tins.... but handy pouches of the teas will do. Im glad to sample them anyway! And each sample pouch comes with a few teaspoons or more. Today seemed like a very Shakespeare day... not sure why. The blend features a Rose Congou black tea with rose petals, rosemary, lavender and bergamot. I hate to say it though, but this blend seems a lot like S&Vs Victorian Earl Grey blend because I am probably too overly familiar with their wonderful offerings. To be fair, I havent actually tried their Victorian Earl Grey blend, so dont take my word for it. But this blend is great. A light black tea with plenty of floral flavor, with a hint of fresh, bright bergamot. A great combination. Steep #1 // 1 1/2 teaspoons for a full mug// 10 minutes after boiling // 3 minute steep Steep #2 // just boiled // 5 minute steep
C B
 
Nice and floral 7/18/2017
Very strong rose/floral tones in this tea. Its very tasty but not as much my favorite as the Kashmir Rose blend.
Caroline
 
Unexpected delight! 3/23/2017
I was given the half package from a friend who did not prefer this blend. She told me that the rose would be too strong. I was prepared to try it but not like it, but oh contraire! This tea is a delightful mix of summery flowers (you smell the hint of rose and lavender in your tea) with a depth of black tea. Just light enough to enjoy pretty much any time (save night time if you have caffeine issues). It brings spring and summer to a cold climate and reminds me of sitting in a garden with friends or going to a performance of Shakespeare on the Green. Going to have to order some for myself!
- Erin Krueger, NM
 
This bird hath found... 12/3/2016
I think I may have steeped this a bit too long, but I thoroughly enjoyed the sense of Loves wreaking fragrance let loose through my sip. I felt as though I were a puck biting into a bouquet. Wonderful floral combination!
- Bethany Giles, MD
 
Tea to inspire a sonnet! 11/28/2016
A subtle and satisfying afternoon tea that really surprised me. Its that hint of of rose and rosemary that lingers and opens the senses to a really sublime cup of tea. Something like Shakespeares use of language: it lifts the ordinary into the realm of the extraordinary. What a perfect gift for the aspiring poet or playwright on your list. Guaranteed to inspire a crown of sonnets!
- MARIANNE, NY
 
The rose flavor is wonderful! 11/18/2016
This is another good, strong Earl Grey with a hint of rose that makes it divine. It is excellent for a morning boost. The first time I tried this tea, I also treated myself to a Netflix documentary about The Bard. What a lovely tea!
- Julia Livingston, IL
 
Takes you away to another time! 6/15/2016
This tea is perfect for reading a good Shakespeare play, or watching the countless movies based on his literary masterpieces. It really amps up the experience!
- Cassie Williams, AR
 






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