BALMORAL BLEND
VERY STRONG
Murchie's Balmoral Blend Tea is a strong, traditional, rich blend of bright Ceylon and malty Assam teas.
Full-bodied with a brisk aftertaste: perfect for a royal palace in the Scottish Highlands.
Originally blended: 1990's
| Balmoral Blend Tea - 10 Tea Bag Box |
$5.95 |
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| Balmoral Blend Tea - 50 Tea Bag Box |
$15.95 |
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| Balmoral Blend Tea - Loose 2oz/56g |
$7.45 |
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| Balmoral Blend Tea - Loose 4oz/113g |
$12.65 |
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| Balmoral Blend Tea - Loose 8oz/227g |
$21.95 |
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| Balmoral Blend Tea - Loose 16oz/454g |
$39.95 |
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SOURCED, BLENDED AND PACKAGED IN-HOUSE
PRICES LISTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD)
Murchie's Balmoral Blend Tea was originally blended for York House School – a private school for girls which has been an institution in Vancouver for over 75 years
This blend is also a nod to Murchie's Scottish roots, as Balmoral Castle is the Queen’s official residence (palace) in Scotland, where John Murchie would deliver teas to Queen Victoria, before he came to Canada and founded Murchie’s in 1894.
Recommended for traditional tea lovers, fans of Irish Breakfast, English Breakfast, Scottish Breakfast and Assam Pure looking for a different mix of teas or tea drinkers looking for a strong black blend with some briskness but not as much as pure Ceylon.
| Caffeine | Caffeinated |
|---|---|
| Cup Strength | Very Strong |
| Origin | Blend |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea, Tea Bags |
| Type | Black |
Smooth Review by ['JN']
I just received the tea as a gift and love it. It’s a very smooth tea with no bitter aftertaste.
Posted on 2022-07-09teabags Review by ['debbie']
Love this tea. Could this be sold in 100 or 250 bag sizes please.....
Posted on 2021-09-27Not a fan Review by ['Tealess in Seattle']
I bought this tea and 7 others trying to find my new favorite. This won't be it. I picked it partially based on the reviews. It was completely flavorless! I love Taylor's of Harogate's Scottish Breakfast, so was expecting something brisk and strong and along those lines...but not completely devoid of flavor. Won't be buying this again and will have to pass the rest off to someone who may enjoy it more than I did.
Posted on 2021-02-22Delicious! Review by Gongoozler
This tea was so good! I got some on a whim when I was in the store in Victoria and it quickly became my new favourite. It's a strong brew but with enough flavours that it doesn't taste bitter at all. Murchie's regular Assam is okay, but blended here with the Ceylon brings both to their best.
Posted on 2021-01-09A full flavoured tea Review by Janine
This robust black tea is a great tea to start the day. It is very similar to Irish Breakfast and my all time favourite, Rocky Mountain or Royal Alberta Museum. This tea is best if steeped for 5 minutes with no milk or sugar; just neat.
Posted on 2020-04-04Strong but Smooth... Review by Urbanhoundmom
My go to tea for the morning. Strong, good body not a hint of bitterness. Great finish, pleasant rich flavor. Highly recommend....
Posted on 2017-05-23Delicious Review by Queenie's tea
Loved the delicious taste on my tongue. So flavourful. My new favourite.
Posted on 2015-11-23Bold Review by Maxime
A bold tea in the finest Scottish tradition. This is the infusion you need at dawn to invigorate your senses and keep you fresh through the forenoon.
Posted on 2015-06-05Full flavour, great breakfast tea Review by F T
A strong, full-bodied tea that's still slightly fragrant and not too brisk. Makes an excellent breakfast tea, and it can be taken alone or with milk and sugar. I alternate between this and the Prince Charles; I have the latter when I'm in the mood for something strong with a smoother finish.
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Steeping the Best (Guide)
Different types of teas should be steeped according to certain times and water temperatures to bring out their best flavours. Use this guide as a starting point, and then experiment until you find the perfect brewing method for your favourite tea.
Based on approximately one level teaspoon (2.5 g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240 mL) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Tea Bags vs. Loose Tea
While our tea bags and loose tea are crafted to match the same flavour profile, there are discernable effects between the two formats. Namely, the leaves inside tea bags is milled, making it much finer and a quicker brew, while loose tea can take a couple minutes longer to steep. Tea bags are very convenient, but loose tea can be more visually appealing and brewed with a reusable infuser.
- Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
- Loose tea: steep for 4 - 5 minutes
General Steeping Temperatures
The table included here shows some general guidelines for steeping different kinds of tea. Be mindful that some teas, even two from the same category, will brew differently than others. In particular, our green-black blends will often have different ratios of green and black teas - the more green-leaning ones should be brewed at a lower temperature range. Experimentation is highly encouraged, as tea is very much a matter of personal taste.
Puerh and oolong teas are often steeped multiple times for a shorter period of time in smaller brewing vessels. This method creates a curious exploration of the tea as it unfurls, developing new flavours with each subsequent brew - often making for great social conversation.
If you're unsure, try steeping in the middle range for your tea type. If the result is too bitter, steep at a lower temperature or for a shorter time. If the result is flat, try a higher temperature.