Our Prince of Wales loose leaf tea is a smooth, refined afternoon blend of Assam and Ceylon black teas, lifted with a touch of Gunpowder green tea and a gentle hint of blackcurrant. Rich enough to enjoy with milk, yet elegant enough to drink black, it brews to a warm golden-red cup with rounded malt, lively brightness and a softly fruity finish — a classic tea for unhurried afternoons.
Prince of Wales Loose Leaf Tea for a Refined Afternoon Cup
Prince of Wales is a distinguished loose leaf tea blend with the poise and balance expected of a classic British afternoon tea. It brings together fuller-bodied black teas with a quieter touch of green tea and fruit, creating a cup that feels polished without becoming delicate or insubstantial.
The result is wonderfully versatile: smooth, mellow and satisfying on its own, yet more than capable of accompanying scones, sandwiches or a proper afternoon tea spread.
Assam, Ceylon and Gunpowder Green Tea in Balance
Assam black tea provides a warm malty foundation, giving the blend depth and substance. Ceylon adds brightness and a clean, lively quality that keeps the cup lifted.
A measured addition of Gunpowder green tea contributes a subtle grounding note and helps knit the blend together, while natural blackcurrant flavouring adds a soft fruity warmth on the finish rather than an overt sweetness.
Smooth, Rounded and Gently Fruited
In the cup, this Prince of Wales loose leaf tea pours a rich golden-red liquor with inviting warmth and clarity. The flavour is smooth and composed, with Assam malt at the heart, Ceylon brightness around the edges and a restrained blackcurrant note that lingers pleasantly.
It is fuller than many delicate afternoon teas, but softer and more nuanced than a breakfast blend — exactly the kind of tea that earns its place later in the day.
At a Glance
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Tea type: Loose leaf black tea blend with green tea
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Key teas: Assam, Ceylon and Gunpowder green tea
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Flavour note: Gentle blackcurrant finish
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Liquor: Rich golden-red
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Character: Smooth, rounded, lightly fruity and refined
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Best enjoyed: With or without milk
A Classic Afternoon Tea Blend
Prince of Wales is especially well suited to afternoon drinking. It has enough structure to pair with food, yet remains graceful and easy to enjoy on its own with a book, a quiet moment or guests at the table.
Serve it with milk for a softer, more rounded cup, or enjoy it black to appreciate the brightness of the Ceylon and the subtle blackcurrant lift more clearly.
How to Brew Prince of Wales Loose Leaf Tea
Use freshly boiled water at 95°C to 100°C and add one heaped teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes for a bright, well-balanced infusion.
For a fuller and richer cup, extend the brew to around 5 minutes. This blend takes milk well, particularly at the longer steep, but remains equally pleasing without it.
Ingredients
Assam black tea, Ceylon black tea, Gunpowder green tea, natural blackcurrant flavouring.
About High Teas London
High Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over 350 different teas in our collection, we are proud to offer classic blends alongside rare origin teas, including elegant afternoon favourites such as Prince of Wales.
