Earl Grey is traditionally a blend of Chinese and Indian teas scented with the oil from the bergamot fruit - a member of the orange family. The folklore behind Earl Grey tea is diverse. One such tale tells how a British diplomat in China saved the life of a Mandarin. As a gift of gratitude the diplomat was given the recipe for this flavoured tea. Upon his return to Britain, the diplomat presented the tea to the Prime Minister of the day, Earl Grey (1830-1834) and it quickly rose to fashion. This is the decaffeinated version of the popular Earl Grey tea.