The royal rivalry has brewed into a full-blown commercial showdown — this time, over a simple cup of tea.
Just weeks after the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, unveiled her Heritage Tea Rooms — a quaint, charity-driven chain designed to revive Britain’s centuries-old tea culture and donate profits to children’s causes — Meghan Markle has made her own move. The Duchess of Sussex has launched Montecito Majesty Teas, an “exclusive” luxury brand aimed at wealthy American elites.
On the surface, Meghan’s operation is all about wellness, sustainability, and “empowering women in agriculture.” But insiders claim it’s less about heritage and more about high profits. While Kate’s cafés charge a modest £3 for a pot of Earl Grey, Meghan’s tins are selling for an eye-watering £120 — with gift sets exceeding £500.
“It’s branding genius, but it’s smoke and mirrors,” a former supplier told us. “The packaging screams ‘organic royal gardens,’ but most leaves are sourced from bulk suppliers in Asia at a fraction of the cost.”
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Royal aides are said to be “furious,” especially after documents surfaced showing Meghan’s brand used non-certified ingredients while claiming “100% Royal Garden Harvest” on labels.
The public is taking sides. Kate’s cafés have seen queues stretching down the street, while Meghan’s teas are flying off shelves in Los Angeles boutiques. But opinion is divided: some admire Meghan’s hustle, while others see it as blatant exploitation of her royal association.
“It’s not just tea,” one palace insider sighed. “It’s a battle for public image — one cup at a time.”
For now, the Royal Tea War shows no signs of cooling. But one thing is certain: in this brewing feud, the taste of victory might just be bitter.
