We drank tea again yesterday with the Tilsons, & met the Smiths. I find all these little parties very pleasant. — Letter from Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra 1811
Tea was at the center of social gatherings during Jane Austen’s time. Today, we enjoy tea everyday too, but the varieties and blends available would make any early nineteenth-century tea lover swoon.
I had the pleasure of tasting the wonderful array offered by Bingley’s Teas, Ltd. at the Jane Austen Society of North America’s AGM in Fort Worth, Texas last October. Their Jane Austen series is beautifully packaged as gift items and I bought two: one for a dear friend who had an upcoming birthday and one for myself. While I am still savoring my little parcel of Bingley’s tea, I would like to recommend them as the perfect Valentines gift for any Janeite or tea lover.
In celebration of Jane Austen and romance, Bingley’s Teas is offering this lovely giveaway. Included are one 55 gram package of the best selling Longbourn Wedding tea, one 50 gram package of the new Sweet Romance tea, one vintage inspired rosebud tea cup and saucer, and one ounce of pink rosebuds. Pure romance for the special person in your life – or yourself!
Sparkling Champagne flavor, Rose buds and Raspberry are dressed in a Lovely White Tea. Exquisite Silver Needle and pai mu tan white tea hold this blend that is sure to make a special moment whenever you share this tea! For very festive occasions, chill your Wedding tea with simple syrup and add to a glass of Champagne with rose petals.
Black Tea smitten with sweet marzipan and toasted almonds, graced with pink rose petals and a hint of rose flavor.
A Grand Giveaway
To enter the giveaway contest for the Bingley’s Teas, Ltd. items, just leave a comment stating who is your favorite romantic hero or heroine from any Jane Austen novel, or which of the Bingley teas is the most appealing to your sensibilities by 11:59pm PT, February 13, 2012. Winner to by drawn at random from the comments and announced on Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Shipment to US addresses only. Good luck!
Happy Valentine’s Day to all.
Cheers,
Laurel Ann
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