Balasun Muscatel Darjeeling Black Tea ( Grade- FTGFOP1) 100gms

The Balasun Tea Estate is renowned for its production of top-quality tea, characterized by a full-bodied and distinctive muscatel china flavour. Situated amidst rolling hills with gentle slopes and a picturesque valley, the estate is graced by the flowing Balasun River at the bottom. The garden's altitude ranges from 365 metres to 1375 metres above MSL, experiencing temperatures between 7 degrees in winter and a maximum of 30 degrees in summer. Located close to the quaint hamlet town of Sonada, which serves as one of the stations for the heritage Darjeeling Toy train, the estate also boasts proximity to various attractions, including the Tibetan chorten (Stupa), Tiger Hill, Chatakpur Eco Village, Senchel Lake, and Senchel Reserve Forest, where you can find diverse flora like oaks, chestnuts, walnuts, magnolias, and rhododendrons. During spring, the moss-laden forest comes alive with vibrant rhododendron blooms, cream magnolias, and orchids. The region is renowned for its excellent trekking routes and opportunities for birdwatching. Easily accessible by road from Siliguri and the nearby Bagdogra Airport, which is approximately 50 kilometres away.  The estate proudly holds certifications like Fair Trade from FLO-CERT, HACCP from TUV-NORD, UTZ from IMO, and SAN/Rainforest Alliance from IMO. 

Leaf: Light brown with silver velvet tips.

Liquor: A shimmering amber liquor of floral and fruity tones. The essential muscatel flavour is pronounced.

Infusion: Sweet nose and the allure of Muscat grape skins.

Water - 180ml Use O2 rich water, running stream or RO filtered

Temperature- 90°-100° C/ 194°-212° F

Add 2g Leaves

Steeping 3 - 5 minutes

Condiments Add sugar or honey as per taste

To be served without milk.

Best Consumed - Hot