KUSMI TEA St. Petersburg Organic Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea 3.5 oz Tin — Bergamot, Caramel & Vanilla

Kusmi Tea St. Petersburg is an organic Earl Grey–style black tea blend scented with bergamot and softened by caramel, vanilla and red-berry notes in a 3.5 oz reusable tin.

This loose-leaf blend honors Kusmi Tea’s Russian origins with a bold black tea base layered with citrusy bergamot and sweet, fruity accents. The recipe balances caffeine-forward black tea character with dessert-like comfort from caramel and vanilla, making it suitable for a brisk morning cup or a flavorful afternoon break. Packaged in a metal tin in France, the tea keeps its aroma intact and the container can be refilled or recycled.

What does St. Petersburg taste like and when should I drink it?

St. Petersburg delivers a robust black-tea backbone lifted by bright bergamot and rounded by caramel, vanilla and red-berry undertones. The overall impression is fragrant and slightly sweet without added sugar, making it versatile at different times of day.

• Primary flavor: classic bergamot citrus over black tea.
• Secondary notes: caramel and vanilla add creamy sweetness.
• Finish: soft red-berry hints for fruitiness.
• Best times: morning for a bold start, afternoon for a comforting pick-me-up.

How should I brew Kusmi Tea St. Petersburg for best results?

To capture the blend’s aromatic complexity, use water just below boiling and a moderate steep time. Oversteeping will intensify tannins; understeeping mutes the bergamot and sweet notes.

• Temperature: about 194°F (90°C).
• Leaf amount: roughly 1 teaspoon per 6–8 oz (adjust to taste).
• Steeping time: 3–4 minutes for balanced flavor.
• Serving ideas: enjoy plain, with a splash of milk, or a light sweetener.

Is this tea organic and how is it packaged for freshness?

Yes — this Kusmi Tea blend is labeled 100% organic, and the tin protects leaves from light and moisture. The metal tin is sold full and is intended to be refilled or recycled to reduce waste, with final packaging completed in Kusmi’s Le Havre workshops.

• Certification: organic ingredients in the blend.
• Packaging: airtight metal tin for aroma protection.
• Sustainability: tin is reusable and recyclable.
• Origin: blend packaged in France (Le Havre, Normandie).

How does St. Petersburg compare to other Earl Grey-style teas?

Unlike minimalist Earl Greys that emphasize only bergamot, St. Petersburg combines bergamot with dessert-forward caramel and vanilla plus berry accents for a richer, more layered profile. It remains caffeinated like traditional black tea but feels softer and more gourmand.

• More pronounced sweet notes than classic Earl Grey.
• Still retains a caffeinated black-tea base for energy.
• Complex aroma: citrus, sweet, and fruity elements together.
• Suitable for drinkers who prefer flavored, dessert-like teas.

Who is this for? Kusmi Tea St. Petersburg suits tea lovers who want an organic, aromatic black-tea blend that goes beyond traditional Earl Grey. Choose it if you appreciate a caffeinated cup with gourmand touches—caramel and vanilla—plus a fruity finish, and if you value refillable, protective packaging that preserves freshness.

Ingredients

Black tea* (95%), natural red fruit flavor (3%), bergamot essential oil, natural vanilla flavor, natural caramel flavor. *Product from organic farming