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Cornish Earl Grey Scones for Cream Tea Day

Celebrate National Cream Tea Day with Earl Grey Scones, infused with our signature black tea and rose blend. Blended and packed in Cornwall, it’s a fragrant twist on tradition - perfect with jam, cream, and a proper brew. A little local love in every bite.

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By Brad Trevelyan
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With National Cream Tea Day on June 27th, there’s no better excuse to bake something a little special. These Earl Grey Scones are infused with the fragrant notes of our signature Earl Grey - a unique blend of black tea and rose petals - for a soft, floral twist on a cream tea classic.

What Makes This Earl Grey Special?

Unlike standard Earl Grey blends, ours combines bold black tea with delicate rose for a naturally aromatic cup. When folded into scone dough, it adds subtle floral depth and a hint of elegance - perfect for pairing with jam and clotted cream. Just like all our teas, our Earl Grey is blended and produced right here in Cornwall, bringing proper Cornish character to every sip!

Ingredients

To make 8–10 scones:

  • 250g self-raising flour

  • 50g unsalted butter (cold, cubed)

  • 2 tbsp caster sugar

  • 1 Earl Grey teabag

  • 150ml whole milk

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

  • Pinch of salt

Optional extras:

  • Clotted cream

  • Strawberry jam

  • Extra rose petals or Earl Grey leaves to garnish

How to Bake Earl Grey Scones

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (fan 180°C) and line a baking tray.

  2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, sugar, salt, and the contents of your Earl Grey teabag.

  3. Rub in the butter using fingertips until mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

  4. Pour in the milk, mixing gently until a soft dough forms – don’t overwork it.

  5. Knead lightly on a floured surface, just enough to bring it together.

  6. Roll to 2–3cm thick and cut into rounds with a scone cutter.

  7. Place on tray, brush tops with beaten egg.

  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and risen.

Serve warm with jam and clotted cream. For the full cream tea experience, pair your scones with a pot of our Earl Grey or savour the rich, comforting flavour of our classic Smugglers Brew - whichever you prefer! You could even enjoy them with a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbles. Whatever makes your cream tea perfect for you.

Celebrate Cream Tea Day in Style

From a full afternoon spread to a quiet treat for one, these Earl Grey Scones add a refreshing twist to tradition. Their delicate flavour pairs perfectly with jam and clotted cream - and, of course, a great cup of tea.

So this June 27th, pop the kettle on, warm a scone (or two), and enjoy a proper Cornish cream tea moment - simple, thoughtful, and full of flavour.

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