A Refreshing Earl Grey Tea Shake Recipe

There’s something quietly delightful about finding a new flavour combination that feels both nourishing and refreshing. One of the reasons our community loves using the Enlighten Me Shakes creatively is their lightly flavoured, adaptable base. The Vanilla blend, in particular, is often described as a high-protein milk substitute – gentle, neutral and easy to customise.

Today, we’re sharing a recipe that brings together the elegance of Earl Grey tea with the smooth creaminess of our vanilla shake. It’s aromatic, satisfying, and a beautiful option for those who enjoy flavour without excessive sweetness.

The Story Behind Earl Grey Tea

Earl Grey Tea has a fascinating history. Traditionally, it is a black tea infused with oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot orange. Its name is widely believed to honour Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey, who served as British Prime Minister in the 1830s.

Unlike pure, single-plant teas such as jasmine or green tea, Earl Grey is technically a flavoured tea. The bergamot oil gives it its signature character – a floral, citrusy and slightly bitter aroma that makes it instantly recognisable.

Where the Flavour Comes From

The tea base in Earl Grey typically comes from Camellia sinensis, the same plant used to produce black, green and oolong teas. The addition of bergamot – a citrus fruit grown mainly in southern Italy, particularly Calabria – is what sets Earl Grey apart. Its uplifting, fragrant oil creates a refreshing aroma that pairs beautifully with lightly flavoured foods and beverages.

A Helpful Option During a Weight Loss Journey

For many individuals taking GLP-1's, taste changes are common – particularly an increased sensitivity to sweetness. When Dr Angela Kwong originally formulated the Enlighten Me Shakes, she worked side-by-side with patients to test each prototype, ensuring that the flavour profile remained neutral to just slightly sweet.

This was intentional. Many traditional shakes can be quite sweet, which can be overwhelming or trigger cravings for those with a more sensitive palate. A neutral base also supports those who prefer not to stimulate the sweetness–reward pathway.

Adding Earl Grey to the vanilla shake offers beautiful flavour variation without introducing sugar, artificial sweeteners or additional calories. Instead of sweetness, you enjoy flavour through aroma – engaging the senses in a different, gentler way.

How to Make Your Earl Grey Tea Shake

Follow along with our video below, or simply try it yourself:

1. Brew your Earl Grey tea and pour it into your shaker.
2. Add water up to the 300 ml line.
3. Add one to two scoops of the Enlighten Me Shake in Vanilla flavour.
4. Add a splash of milk if you’d like extra creaminess.
5. Chill in the fridge for ten minutes before serving (optional, but lovely).

The result? A delicious, aromatic Earl Grey shake that’s light, refreshing and perfect at any time of the day.

A Closing Reflection

At Enlighten Me, we love discovering simple ways to bring enjoyment back into nourishing the body. Recipes like this remind us that healthy choices don’t have to be complicated – sometimes, all it takes is a gentle flavour, a calming aroma, and a moment of pause in a busy day.

Thank you for being part of our community. We hope this Earl Grey shake brings a little extra comfort and creativity into your routine.