Teas of India

Rohini Estate established in 1955 is one of the younger gardens in Darjeeling and has built a reputation for consistent quality.    The finest of the 2024 Spring crop.  Those who enjoy the 'Champagne of Teas' look forward to the year's first crop.  We...

This is a new garden selection for 2024.  We selected this First Flush Darjeeling tea from dozens of others for its balance and character.  This tea features the lightness of a first flush, the slight hint of astringency, and a lingering sweetness...

THis tea is one of our Top picks for the 2023 2nd flush season from Darjeeling.  Well balanced sweetness and body. For a treat, try this one cold brewed, over ice!

Iyerpadi BOP sold as Blue Mountain

Rohini Estate established in 1955 is one of the younger gardens in Darjeeling, but has a reputation for consistent quality.    The Spring weather in Darjeeling is producing some wonderful teas.  This is the first plucking of the season and it is...

This mix of Assam Khongea and Glenburn Darjeeling offers a full-bodied brew with a muscatel sweetness. If you are a fan of breakfast teas, this one to try! Insider Tip: If you are new to trying Darjeelings, don't be scared! Check out our entire selection...

Holy basil (tulsi) is an often sought after herb for it has many ayurvedic applications. This chai blend offers the spice and complexity of a traditional chai, accented by tulsi.   Insider Tip: To make this chai as a latte, use twice as much tea and...

Masala means spice, and if you've never had chai made with fresh spices and real tea, you are in for a treat! Ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon make Chai a bold departure from a calming morning cup.    Insider Tip: If you plan to make a chai latte, use...

Calcutta Chai is for adventurous spirits - it includes black pepper, taking chai to a new spice frontier. All organic, this chai is perfect for making a latte, as the spice really cuts through the milk. Be careful on your last sip - the pepper can...

A rare offering from Northern India, the estate is in Bihar, a poor area not well known for tea. However, the families making this tea have had great teachers and produce some outstanding handmade teas. This is a particularly complex tea. The initial...

Once you experience the flavor and sweetness of this tea, you will understand why Margaret's Hope is one of the most famous tea gardens in the world. Experience the 'Champagne of Teas' from Darjeeling, India.   Insider Tip: We do blind taste testings of...

This tea comes from the very first harvest of the new Spring season, a selection only the most tender shoots of the Glenburn Estate in India. The aroma is flowery, breezy with hints of fresh hay. The cup is a clear with a hint of lemon in colour. Its...

Blessed with the characteristic complex flavor of the Himalaya Mountains, this small family estate has produced one of the best values from Darjeeling. Enjoy the rich, floral notes of the tea at any time of day.   Insider Tip: No two Darjeelings are...

Once you experience the flavor and sweetness of this tea, you will understand why Margaret's Hope is one of the most famous tea gardens in the world. Experience the 'Champagne of Teas' from Darjeeling, India.   Insider Tip: We do blind taste testings of...

Look for the abundance of golden tips in this tasty India Black. The malty, straightforward flavor will remind you why Assam can be used as the base for great blends.    Insider Tip: Try Assam in the morning for a brisk pick-me-up and add a dash of milk...

Teas from the Khongea Estate are known for their rich flavor and excellent leaf quality.We first introduced this in 2007 and it quickly sold out. This tea features a full smooth taste, with an earthy hint and a touch of maltiness for which Assams are...

Rohini Estate established in 1955 is one of the younger gardens in Darjeeling, but has a reputation for consistent quality. This is one of our favorites and a top selection in 2022. This exhibits the muscatel sweetness that is so prized in the teas from...