Nepal Tea

A profusion of downy silver tips adorns the bold, dark olive leaves of this special white tea offering from Nepal. The pale amber-gold cup is rich and silky smooth with a light floral fragrance. Apricot hints and sweet hay nuances join an overall sweetness that lingers long into the finish.

In variegated tones of olive green and downy silver, the dry leaves of this selection produce a tea with flavor notes similar to the finest Yunnan green teas. The light, buttery smooth mouth feel and clean, sweet taste are balanced with a pleasing pungency. A quality selection sure to please the most discerning green tea enthusiast.

The Sakhira garden is located in a remote area of Nepal, not far from the Ilam bazaar. Produced at altitudes ranging from 4,000-6,000 feet, teas from this garden are well known for their fine quality. The variegated green leaves of this 2016 offering have a neat appearance, producing a bright golden infusion with a sweet floral aroma. The smooth cup has notes of flowers and tropical fruit, finishing with a mild pungency.

This second flush selection is a wonderful alternative to pricier Darjeeling teas. The aroma is sweet and fragrant with hints of stone fruit and muscatel. The dark copper cup is rich and inviting with a velvety smooth mouth feel and fruity character. The crisp, clean finish hints of spices.

This wonderful, everyday selection is a great alternative to the pricier Darjeeling teas. The pale golden cup has a light vegetal aroma with hints of fresh meadow flowers and citrus. The liquor has a smooth, creamy mouth feel with floral notes and a sparkling finish.

Complemented by a small amount of golden tips, the well-made, dark brown leaves yield a rich cup with a fruity character. The aroma is complex, with nuances of dark berries and red apples. Notes of peach and honey in the ruby-copper infusion lead to a crisp, clean finish, hinting of muscatel.