Government Street Blend

A Black Green Blend from

Rating

76 / 100

Calculated from 3 Ratings
Tea type
Black Green Blend
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Ingredients
Not available
Flavors
Acidic, Bergamot, Citrus, Floral, Grain, Hay, Jasmine, Lemon, Metallic, Mineral, Smooth, Sweet, Paper, Almond
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Bulk, Loose Leaf, Tea Bag
Caffeine
Medium
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Use 18 oz / 529 ml of water
Set water temperature to 185 °F / 85 °C
Use 2 g of tea
Steep for 2 min, 45 sec
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5 Tasting Notes View all

“Another teabag selection from Murchie’s. This one is lovely – it’s quite similar to the No. 10 Blend, which I also enjoy. They have mostly the same ingredients, but this has Darjeeling in addition...” Read full tasting note
“Been gone a bit – busy! On the Richmond Symphony feedback board now – going to lots of events! Had a nice cuppa of this tea tonight. My mother had visited the Victoria store and had brought me a 4...” Read full tasting note
“Please note – I have never drank this tea, and it is not a review really, so just skip this note if that bothers you. However reading the description of this tea, I am sure I would like it. ...” Read full tasting note
“Bog standard black tea, a touch of green added. Tastes faintly of jasmine, but the bergamot is undetectable. Not pleased with this one, which is a shame. The concept is thrilling, but the execution...” Read full tasting note

Description

A medium-strength tea touched with the sweetness of Jasmine and Bergamot. This green-black blend celebrates the beauty and history of Victoria, British Columbia, and Murchie’s flagship store on Government Street – a short carriage ride from iconic destinations such as the Empress Hotel, Parliament, the inner harbour, and Victoria’s Chinatown.

Originally blended: 2013

Green-black blends have been a Murchie’s specialty for over 100 years, and this recent blend is an exceptional example of that continuing tradition.

Wherever you are in the world, a sip of Murchie’s Government Street Blend Tea will transport you to a beautiful day on the waterfront in Victoria, British Columbia.

Tea Bag Ingredients: black tea (Ceylon, Keemun, Darjeeling), green tea (Jasmine, Gunpowder), natural and artificial flavouring

Loose Tea Ingredients: black tea (Ceylon, Keemun, Darjeeling, Nepal), green tea (Jasmine, Gunpowder), natural and artificial flavouring

About Murchie's Tea & Coffee

Since 1894, Murchie’s has been importing and blending the finest quality teas from select gardens around the world. As the decades have passed, the art of tea blending and tradition of excellence are handed down along with the old recipes. Today, Murchie’s offers traditional products and classic blends while also developing new combinations for a new generation of tea drinkers. We are proud to provide blends for events and occasions, from local landmarks to national observations and royal milestones.

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