Around the world, the word "tea" is completely synonymous with England, and British culture. Hayden and Michael delve into understanding how this came to be, including the history of Earl Grey, Lady Grey, wartime tea rations, and surges on the power grid.

Teas reviewed in this episode: Gin Shan Oolong (TeasAU, NSW, Aus), Australiana Tea (TeaTonic, VIC, Aus), Savanna (TeasAU).

[This episode was recorded on August 13th and 17th, 2020]

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