Okay, so I’ve been wondering about how much caffeine is actually in Earl Grey tea. I mean, I love the stuff, it’s my go-to morning drink, but sometimes I feel like it doesn’t quite give me the kick I need. So, I decided to do a little experiment to see if I could figure it out.

First, I brewed a cup of Earl Grey using my usual method. I heated up some water, poured it over a tea bag, and let it steep for about five minutes. The aroma was amazing, as always, that bergamot scent is just so soothing. I took a sip, and it tasted great, but I still wasn’t sure about the caffeine content.

Next, I decided to do some rough comparisons. I made a cup of regular black tea and a cup of coffee. I tried to keep the brewing times and amounts similar to my Earl Grey. Then, I drank each one, one after the other, trying to pay attention to how I felt afterward.

• The black tea definitely had a bit more of a noticeable caffeine effect than the Earl Grey. I felt a little more alert and focused.
• The coffee, unsurprisingly, gave me the biggest jolt. My heart started racing a bit, and I felt pretty wired.

Based on my very unscientific experiment, it seemed like Earl Grey has less caffeine than regular black tea, and definitely less than coffee. It’s more of a gentle pick-me-up rather than a strong energy boost.

After that, I did some digging online to see what other people said about this. There was not very accurate information, but it seemed to line up with what I experienced. Some folks said that the bergamot oil in Earl Grey might affect how the caffeine is absorbed, but I’m not sure about that.

My conclusion

Anyway, I think I’ll stick with my Earl Grey in the mornings. It’s delicious, and the lower caffeine content is probably better for me in the long run. If I need a bigger boost, I can always have a coffee later in the day. All in all, it was a fun little experiment, and I learned a bit more about my favorite tea!