Earl of tea Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Earl of tea" from Newsday.com crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Earl of tea" leading to the answer "GREY" may seem initially cryptic, but it becomes clear upon closer inspection. Here is the explanation why this clue corresponds to the answer:

1. The term "Earl" is often associated with aristocracy or nobility, denoting a title of British nobility ranking below a marquess and above a viscount. In the world of tea, the Earl Grey tea stands out as a classic and popular variety.
2. "Earl Grey" is a well-known and widely consumed type of tea that is flavored with oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot orange, giving it a distinctive citrus aroma and flavor profile.
3. Connecting "Earl of tea" to "GREY" involves a wordplay element where "Earl" alludes to Earl Grey tea, and "GREY" is a close phonetic match to the color "grey," known for its various shades, including Earl Grey tea's distinctive hue.

These considerations collectively emphasize how the clue "Earl of tea" cleverly hints at the answer "GREY" by linking the concept of the aristocratic title of Earl with the well-known tea variety.

Definition of "GREY"

of a colour intermediate between black and white, as of ashes or lead

Example :

grey flannel trousers

his hair was grey and wispy

a grey, fatherly gentleman

 The Crossword clue "Earl of tea" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Newsday.com	27 December 2017	GREY