Darjeeling Black Tea (Organic) • The Lhotse Autumnal








Description
The last picking of the season, this organic Darjeeling Black Tea has a distinct almond and marzipan profile. It has a strong, nutty flavour with light citrus and fruity notes. Our tea experts also loved the pumpkin-coloured brew, which is rare for an autumn flush tea in Darjeeling.
Origin and Ingredients
Picking Season: November 2022 (Autumn Flush)
Grade: SFTGFOP1 (Leaf tea, Highest quality)
Origin: Steinthal Tea Estate, Darjeeling, India (Single Estate)
Ingredients: Black tea. No additives.
Caffeine: High


How to Steep
In Hot Water: Steep 1 tsp of leaves per 150 ml cup for 3-4 mins in boiling water to make the 1st cup. Steep the leftover leaves from the 1st cup for 6-8 mins in boiling water to make the 2nd cup.
Iced: Refrigerate the 1st cup prepared above for 30 mins, and then add ice to taste.
Condiments: Add a sweetener to taste.
Health Benefits
This tea is filled with antioxidants, catechins and polyphenols that:
- Promote weight loss.
- Reduce the risk of heart diseases, cancer (ovarian and skin), diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzeihmer's, eczema, high blood pressure and hair fall.
- Build immunity.
- Lower cholesterol.
- Relieve asthma, stress and diarrhea.
- Improve oral health and mental alertness.
Tea-Food Pairing
This tea pairs well with:
- Breakfast foods such as fried eggs and sausages
- Creamy desserts
- Spicy food
- Meat pasta
- Duck
- Grilled meats
- Creamy cheeses
- Any food with flavours of honey, vanilla, apple, rose, cucumber, coriander, elderflower, bergamot, clams or sea bass