India Teas

India is one of the largest tea producers in the world, though over 70% of the tea is consumed within India itself. A number of renowned teas, such as Darjeeling, also grow exclusively in India.

Research shows that tea is indigenous to eastern and northern India, and was cultivated and consumed there for thousands of years and represents the style of tea grown in the Assam region. On the other hand, Chinese varieties not suited for the conditions in Assam flourish in the higher altitudes such as Darjeeling. There are several very different varieties of teas that grow in India depending on their unique growing regions.

Darjeeling Glenburn White Peony

This specialty tea is harvested from the historic Glenburn estate located in the pristine river valley and rolling hills of Darjeeling. Preserving the delicate silver tea buds, and a tender young leaf as well, this rare White Tea is picked by their most experienced tea pickers on a few select days each year. The buds are partially open, and the leaf is lightly curled giving the tea a silvery appearance. Mildly sweet in flavour, the cup is pale yellow in colour, but with a lingering freshness that embodies the crisp clean and unspoiled environment it is grown in.

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1 oz $5.95

Darjeeling White Tea

Origin: India
Estate: Makaibari Estate
Organic & Fair Trade

This biodynamic tea hails from the esteemed Makaibari Estate in Kurseong, Darjeeling in West Bengal India. Kurseong is also known as the land of the white orchid. These delicate buds are handled lovingly & presented proudly; admire the mastery of this tea before steeping a cup.

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1 oz $5.95