Mastering the Perfect Cup

To fully appreciate this exceptional tea:

• Use 2-3 grams (about 1 heaping teaspoon) per cup of water
• Heat fresh spring or filtered water to 100°C/212°F
• Steep for 3-5 minutes, adjusting time to taste
• Watch the leaves unfurl and release their delicate aroma
• The liquor will be light amber with a bright, clean finish

Can be enjoyed throughout the day, ideally without milk to appreciate its subtle complexity. Makes an excellent cold brew during warmer months - use the same proportions and steep in the refrigerator for 8-12 hours.

Fine Darjeeling from the First Spring Picking

Black Tea Darjeeling first flush

FTGFOP1 (Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe) designation indicates this tea consists of the most tender leaves and buds, carefully hand-picked during the prized first harvest of spring. The slow maturation at high altitudes concentrates the complex flavors that make this tea so distinctive.

Natural Health Benefits of Premium Darjeeling

This exceptional black tea offers numerous potential wellness benefits, backed by traditional use and modern research:

• Rich in polyphenols and antioxidants that help combat free radicals and support cellular health
• May help maintain healthy blood pressure and cardiovascular function
• Contains compounds that support digestive wellness and metabolism
• Provides a gentle energy boost with lower caffeine content than other black teas
• Traditional use suggests benefits for mental clarity and focus
• The antioxidants may help protect against cellular damage and support immune function

The high altitude growing conditions and careful processing help preserve the tea's beneficial compounds.

Heritage of the Himalayan Tea Gardens

Darjeeling tea has been cultivated in the shadow of the Himalayas since the 1850s, earning global recognition for its exceptional quality. The Tumsong Estate, established during the British colonial period, sits at elevations of 4,500-6,000 feet where the unique microclimate and soil conditions create ideal growing conditions.

First flush teas like this one are harvested in early spring when the plants emerge from winter dormancy. This timing produces the light, floral character that tea connoisseurs prize. The careful hand-picking and processing methods used at Tumsong Estate reflect generations of expertise passed down through the local tea-making tradition.