Steep time
3 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
100°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
1.3g / 100ml
177 ml Recommended
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
high
Typical
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Overview
Best pick • solid black choice from Unknown origin
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Perched at elevations ranging from 4,500 to 5,200 feet, the Giddapahar Estate thrives in the cool, mist-laden air — perfect for producing premium Darjeeling teas. This 2025 second flush selection beckons that first sip with a rich ambrosial aroma full of muscatel and honey notes. With notes of toasted almond, honey, and ripe apple, the dark amber cup is smooth and full-bodied. The finish lingers with a light effervescence and a whisper of Burgundy.