Dambuster's 617 Blend Black Tea

When Squadron Leader George 'Johnny' Johnson, the last surviving Dambuster, celebrated the end of that perilous mission with a cup of tea, it struck me how we instinctively reach for this timeless comfort in moments of crisis. Lincolnshire's deep connection to the Lancaster bomber and 617 Squadron deserves a blend that honours the quiet heroism and steadfast resolve of those brave crews.

This is a tea for peaceful times — a fitting tribute to their courage. I've blended a robust, smooth Assam with a distinctive tea that introduces notes of honey, sweet tobacco and malt, creating a flavour that's both grounding and unexpectedly complex. The appearance alone tells its own story.

The tea balls woven through the blend offer flexibility: drop them whole into your cup for a gentler infusion, or crush them through to deepen and intensify the flavour. Either way, you're honouring something worth remembering.