Organic Darjeeling
Steinthal
FTGFOP1
First Flush

Premium 91 P.

SKU
4885-bio
A very mineral and especially creamy Darjeeling with fruity, dry champagne notes. From the oldest tea estate in Darjeeling. Hand-harvested and -rolled buds and leaves. 100g
Details Hand-picked, hand-rolled first flush Darjeeling
Character Mineral, creamy, fruity-dry, slightly tart
Tea Estate Steinthal Estate
Terroir Singmari, Darjeeling, India
Harvest First flush, March 2023, hand-harvested
Leaf FTGFOP1
Cultivar Camellia Sinensis, China
Elevation 650-2,000m above sea level
Oxidation/Fermentation Light oxidation. Delicate buds and leaves, hand-picked and selected in the morning. Long and natural withering process followed by hand-rolling. Brief, controlled oxidation for development of a fine aroma. Gentle drying.
Processing Method Orthodox
Drying Oven drying at 100°C
Organic Cert. Certified organic since 2001
Grade 91/100 p. (Darjeeling category); Premium
€10.90
100g

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SKU
4885-bio
€109.00 / 1kg
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Tea Farm

Steinthal Estate

Founded by the German missionary Steinthal in 1852, the estate is one of the oldest in Darjeeling. The tea gardens produce exceptional Darjeeling. The Steinthal Estate converted to organic cultivation relatively early in 2001.

Character

Flavour

A very mineral Darjeeling with a pleasant creaminess. Slightly malty with a pleasant tartness and notes of a fruity, dry champagne

Leaf

FTGFOP1: (Special) Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe

Cup

Vibrant dark yellow

Black Tea

Black tea is the most oxidised form of tea. In contrast to green tea, the oxidation of the leaves after harvest and withering is not stopped with heat, but rather further facilitated by intensive rolling of the leaves, which breaks open cell walls and exposes the enzymes responsible for oxidation. Over the course of this process the leaves change from green to black and a full-bodied and broad aroma develops. The cup is often orange or red, which is where the Chinese name for this tea (hong cha, meaning "red tea") comes from.

Laboratory Tests

We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements.

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Cultivation & Processing

The Steinthal Estate is located near the city of Darjeeling and encompasses more than 1,600ha. The tea garden grows the China hybrid cultivar which is known for producing fine green first flushes with especially fresh and fruity notes. The estate is quite picturesque and has a view of the nearby Singtom Estate. Steinthal lies along the Rungeet River which connects the tea garden with the Teesta River.

Single Origin

This tea is exclusively sourced from the above mentioned tea farm in Darjeeling, India. Sourced directly from the tea estate.

Organic Certification

Preparation

Brewing Guide

2 heaped tsp per 200-300ml (80-90°C) water. Steep for 2-3 minutes.

Packaging

High quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with 9 protective layers to preserve flavour and protect against oxidation and contamination.

Recommended Teapot

The ideal teapot for Darjeeling is a porcelain teapot.

Recommended Storage

Ideally store in an airtight, double-coated metal tin.

Our recommendations

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