I'm fussy when it comes to any tea (can't stand red rose). I love earl grey, but not all earl grey teas are good. You have to find the one you prefer the most.
My perfect cup of tea is - the tea bag has to be put in the cup before the water goes in. Once you pour the water in, let sit for a few seconds (not too long) and strain about five or six time (never leave the tea bag in). Only use one lump of sugar (preferably raw sugar).
The best water you can get in Canada is either the mountain spring water of British Columbia or the well water from Northern Ontario (which are the best tasting waters that I know of), other then that I have to make due with Cedar Springs Bottle water where I am.
But you know I'm French Canadian and I can be weird some time when it comes to making things!