“This was the 2013 crop (not 2011 as stated elsewhere). It was sealed in a small package and has retained good quality. Fresh floral notes, bright clear pale amber soup, no objectionable bitterness...” Read full tasting note
This tea comes from the world renowned Castleton Tea Garden. A First Flush Darjeeling, the leaves are honey-sweet with delicate floral and fruity aromas. When infused, the smooth golden liquor yields a sweetness that lingers on the palate, which why it is sometimes called ‘Sweet Darjeeling’.
Range Connoisseur
Country India
Harvesting Area Darjeeling
Harvest Date Spring 2011
Leaf Appearance A mix of dark green and coppery young leaves
Liquor Bright golden amber
Tasting Notes Refreshing and naturally sweet with smooth fruit notes.
Quick Brewing Instructions 2 tsp per cup (200ml); water temperature 90°C (194°F). Infuse 2-3 mins and reinfuse the same leaves 2-3 times.
Canton Tea Co is a London-based tea company trading in high grade, whole leaf Chinese tea. We have exclusive access to some of the best jasmine, white, green, oolong, black and authentic puerh teas available. In our first year, we scooped Six Golds at the 2009 Guild of Fine Food Great Taste Awards. Our Jasmine Pearls won the top three star gold award, endorsing it as the best available in the UK.