Black Tea

Located in the Dooars region at the southern edge of Darjeeling district, the Nuxalbari Estate is a tea garden dedicated to the safety of Asian elephants and their environments. A warm spicy aroma starts off an outstanding Masala Chai experience. The deep copper cup of this organic premium black tea is rich and sweet with a cardamom-forward flavor profile, supported by zesty hints of ginger, warming cinnamon and a snap of clove. The finish is long and lingering.

Bring good fortune to your tea journey with this unique set, which includes a 30g packet of our TD236: Snowview Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 (2024 EX-4) Darjeeling and our ATP1: Baby Elephant Tea Pet. The perfect gift for yourself or your favorite tea lover!

Cultivating premium teas since 1870, the Snowview Estate coexists with the migratory path of elephant herds, which travel across the estate regularly between the forests in order to drink and bathe in the Moortee river on the lower border of the tea garden. They have recently partnered with Wildlife Friendly Enterprise Network, an independent organization striving to protect elephant populations. In 2020, Snowview Estate became the first tea garden in Darjeeling to be awarded with Elephant Friendly Tea Garden certification.

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Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this unique set, which includes a 25g packet of our ZP103: Black Mu Dan and our ATP31: Lunar Snake Tea Pet. The perfect gift for yourself or your favorite tea lover!

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Dried blueberries and natural flavoring complement the full-bodied black tea base, yielding a dark copper liquor with a sweet blueberry aroma and flavor. Enjoy this well-balanced blend hot or iced.

The natural flavor of apricot lends a sweet, juicy flavor to the black tea base. Contains dried apricot bits (apricots, sugar).

The natural flavor of blackcurrant lends a refreshing tartness to the black tea base. Contains dried blackcurrants and blackberry leaves.

Decorated with dried cranberries and blackberry leaves, this naturally flavored black tea is bursting with sweet cranberry notes in both the aroma and the cup. The flavor lingers long into the smooth finish. Great hot or iced.

With its creamy lemon fragrance and sweet lemon flavor, this naturally flavored black tea has quickly become a staff favorite. The smooth tea base lends a full mouth feel to the refreshing cup. Great hot or iced.

A natural mango-flavored black tea base is decorated with dried mango pieces and sunflower petals. The dark copper liquor has a pronounced mango aroma and flavor, juicy and sweet.

Decorated with dried orange peels, this naturally flavored black tea is redolent with the scent and flavor of a freshly squeezed orange. The citrus notes provide a delicious accent to the smooth tea base, which finishes on a crisp, clean note.

Chunks of dried peach complement a black tea base, producing a naturally flavored cup with the perfect balance of juicy peach notes and black tea flavor. Great hot or iced.

This naturally flavored, whole-leaf black tea is smooth and rich with creamy vanilla flavor. The aroma is fragrant with notes of sweet vanilla bean. Enjoy this decadent treat any time of day.

Created for our 35th anniversary in 2024, this limited-season, holiday black tea blend combines the vibrant flavors of the season, starting with a candied aroma of fig, brown sugar, and spices. The first sip of the rich, velvety cup reveals an ambrosial golden syrup flavor that embraces notes of plum, fig, and hints of spicy citrus. A cinnamon liveliness lingers in the smooth finish. We are excited to offer this decadent dessert treat to enjoy this holiday season.

Read about the interesting history of the traditional holiday dessert in our blog post,The Proof is in the (Figgy) Pudding.

This naturally flavored black tea selection provides a wonderful balance of a classic Earl Grey with creamy vanilla notes. The rich cup is smooth and satisfying.

Learn how to make a Traditional London Fog!

A premium blend of Ceylon and China teas, the smooth black tea base balances well with the refreshing natural flavors of bergamot and citrus fruit. Popular in Europe, this Russian-style blend is recommended for an interesting departure from traditional Earl Grey.

This naturally flavored black tea combines the lovely scent and flavor of rose with the toasty, earthy character of a premium China Congou. The captivating floral aroma is complemented by a hint of warming spices and sugary sweetness. The smooth cup has a rich mouth feel with a nuance of ripe fruit, which provides the perfect accent to the rose flavor that lingers in the soft, clean finish.

Medium-roast Nicaraguan cacao nibs lend a rich chocolate flavor and glossy sheen to the cup. As you take your first sip, you are greeted by a vibrant cacao aroma, joined by hints of ripe banana and vanilla cream. These hints become prominent notes in the flavor, complemented by sweet, dark cocoa notes and a hint of cinnamon. Bittersweet chocolate lingers in the finish, completing this delightful dessert-in-a-cup experience.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post, Decadent Desserts in a Cup

Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs offer notes of bittersweet cocoa and a glossy sheen to the cup. A harmonious tapestry of scents — melted milk chocolate, clementine orange, cardamom, and nutmeg — elevate the aroma. With its pairing of sweet orange and cocoa notes, the flavor tastes like a Christmas chocolate orange with a hint of warmth from the cardamom. The lingering finish is crisp and citrusy.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post,Decadent Desserts in a Cup

Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs give the cup a creamy chocolate flavor and glossy sheen. The aroma is cool and minty, reminiscent of chocolate-covered mints. The tasty flavor combination of cocoa and mint calls to mind mint chocolate chip ice cream. The lingering finish is cool and refreshing.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post,Decadent Desserts in a Cup

A rich, inviting fragrance introduces this naturally flavored, premium black tea selection. This is the third of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. The robust cup is smooth and full-bodied with pronounced deep bergamot notes. The finish is long and lingering. This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Wildflower Honey. Learn how to make a Traditional London Fog!

A rich, inviting fragrance introduces this naturally flavored, premium black tea selection. This is the third of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. The robust cup is smooth and full-bodied with pronounced deep bergamot notes. The finish is long and lingering.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Wildflower Honey.

Learn how to make a Traditional London Fog!

In this naturally flavored Earl Grey selection, the strong Ceylon black tea base is well balanced with notes of lavender and bright bergamot.

Learn how to make a Lavender London Fog!

In this naturally flavored Earl Grey selection, the strong Ceylon black tea base is well balanced with notes of lavender and bright bergamot.

Learn how to make a Lavender London Fog!

Decorated with blue cornflower petals, this naturally flavored Earl Grey selection has a light bergamot fragrance and well-balanced flavor. Smooth and citrus bright, the medium amber cup offers the perfect blend of natural bergamot and black tea flavor. A light sweetness complements the bergamot and lingers into the finish.

Decorated with blue cornflower petals, this naturally flavored Earl Grey selection has a light bergamot fragrance and well-balanced flavor. Smooth and citrus bright, the medium amber cup offers the perfect blend of natural bergamot and black tea flavor. A light sweetness complements the bergamot and lingers into the finish.

A rich, full-bodied Ceylon black tea provides an excellent base for the light, natural bergamot flavor in this naturally flavored Earl Grey selection.

A high-quality black tea base is flavored with natural bergamot, creating a rich and satisfying cup with full bergamot flavor and a smooth, clean finish. Sweet lemon hints enhance the pronounced bergamot notes in the aroma.

This naturally flavored Earl Grey tea showcases a perfect balance between the natural bergamot flavor and the black tea base. This is a great choice for those who enjoy a lighter Earl Grey tea.

A pronounced cinnamon aroma and flavor pair well with a licorice sweetness in this full-bodied black tea Chai. The warmth of the cinnamon balances well with the zest of the ginger, both complemented by hints of cardamom. Enhance the rich spiciness of this Chai with the addition of milk/cream and sweetener.

Chai is traditionally made by simmering tea and fresh spices in highly sweetened milk. This naturally flavored version may be prepared like regular steeped tea, or the more traditional way by simmering 5-8 minutes in a pan of milk. Add lots of honey or sugar and serve hot or iced. This selection has pronounced clove and cinnamon notes that balance wonderfully with the premium black tea base.

As the fiery colors of autumn blaze across the landscape, this delightful, limited-season Chai selection will bring a rich warming flavor to your teacup. A sweet cinnamon aroma portends notes of warming spices that provide the perfect complement to the luscious pumpkin flavor. The finish lingers with a velvety smoothness. Add a dollop of cream and sweetener for a decadent treat! May be enjoyed hot or iced.

Read about the history and legends of pumpkin in our blog post, Let’s Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About!

A rich, full-bodied black tea provides a premium base for this naturally flavored selection. Refreshing notes of citrus fruit are prominent in both the aroma and the dark amber cup. Tiny juniper berries lend a crisp counterpoint to the lingering sweetness. Great hot or iced.

A rich, full-bodied black tea provides a premium base for this naturally flavored selection. Refreshing notes of citrus fruit are prominent in both the aroma and the dark amber cup. Tiny juniper berries lend a crisp counterpoint to the lingering sweetness. Great hot or iced.

This naturally flavored selection is the perfect balance of bergamot, stone fruit and black tea flavor with a dollop of vanilla sweetness. Light hints of bergamot and a whisper of anise complement the distinctly sweet aroma. The cup is medium-bodied with a smooth creamy mouth feel and lingering finish.

Pronounced notes of orange and sweet creamy hints complement a smooth tea base in this naturally flavored black tea offering. Cloves add a light spicy zest to both the aroma and the flavor. Enjoy this refreshing treat hot or iced.

This limited-season black tea is flavored with cloves, cardamom, natural Bourbon vanilla and citrus. A sweet cinnamon aroma with a light floral hint introduces a flavorful cup with notes of citrus, vanilla, and spice. The finish is smooth and lingering. Decorated with rose petals, this is the perfect treat for those festive occasions.

Fine black tea is blended with cocoa, cardamom and cinnamon to produce a balanced and warming cup. This naturally flavored selection offers a decadent treat for any chocolate or tea lover.

Fragrant notes of ripe peach scent this naturally flavored, premium black tea from China. This is the second of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Decorated with flower blossoms, the ebony-brown leaves produce a rich, full-bodied cup, the perfect balance of black tea flavor and sweet notes of juicy peach. Enjoy “a day at the peach” with this truly decadent treat. Great hot or iced. Enjoy this recipe for a Peach Sky Spritzer mocktail!

Fragrant notes of ripe peach scent this naturally flavored, premium black tea from China. This is the second of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Decorated with flower blossoms, the ebony-brown leaves produce a rich, full-bodied cup, the perfect balance of black tea flavor and sweet notes of juicy peach. Enjoy “a day at the peach” with this truly decadent treat. Great hot or iced.

Enjoy this recipe for a Peach Sky Spritzer Mocktail!

Ingredients:

• 3 grams (1 rounded tsp.) Peach Sky Black Tea
• 6 oz. water for preparation
• 6 oz. plain sparkling water
• 1 tsp. simple syrup
• Ice
• Fresh peach slices to garnish

Directions:

• Steep the tea leaves for 4 minutes in 6 oz. boiling water (212F).
• Pour into a tall glass and mix in the simple syrup.
• Allow to cool and add the sparkling water.
• Gently stir and add ice.
• Garnish with peach slices.

This limited-season, fall-inspired black tea is full-bodied and fragrant with pronounced cinnamon apple notes, complemented by hints of honey and clove. The velvety smooth cup invites that first sip with its cinnamon forward mélange of rich, warming spices, which supports notes of sweet apple and a whisper of orange. The finish lingers on a crisp note. This tea blend is the perfect choice for cozy warmth on a brisk autumn day.

This is a comparable tea to our NT57: New England Harvest Blend, now discontinued.

Blended with dried lemon peels and blue cornflower petals, this CO2 decaffeinated black tea offering is creamy smooth and rich with notes of sweet lemon cake. Enjoy this delicious treat hot or iced.

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In this naturally flavored selection, the creamy vanilla aroma and flavor envelop the premium decaffeinated black tea base with a velvety richness. A delicious treat for the evening. Great hot or iced.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of teas from the following black tea blends, depending upon seasonal availability: TB10: Bond Street English Breakfast, TB70: Finest Russian Caravan, TB75: Baker Street Afternoon Blend, TB20: River Shannon Breakfast Blend, TB02: Leadenhall Street Breakfast Blend, or TB86: Richmond Park Blend. Specially blended for us in London by master tea blenders.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

A tin (approx. 35g.) of each of the following teas: TB02: Leadenhall Street Breakfast Blend, TB12: C.T.C. Irish Breakfast Blend, TB14: Scottish Breakfast Blend and TB18: Ceylon English Breakfast Select.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of teas from the following Chai teas, depending upon seasonal availability: TE30: Traditional Masala Chai, NT33: Chai Spice Black Tea, TX30: Decaffeinated Masala Chai, BA33: Rooibos Chai, NT35: Pumpkin Spice Chai, or BH33: Chai Namaste Organic.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.


Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

Enjoy this special sampler set of decadent dessert teas for yourself or as a delightful gift for your favorite tea lover!

A tin (approx. 35g each) of each of the following chocolate teas: NT102: Chocolate Banana Bread Keemun Black Tea, NT103: Chocolate Orange Spice Keemun Black Tea, NT104: Chocolate Mint Chip Keemun Black Tea, and TSA5: Chocolate Truffle Colombian Black Tea.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of the following flavored black teas, depending upon seasonal availability: NT11: Extra Bergamot Earl Grey, NT33: Chai Spice Black Tea, NT94: Melange de Chamonix, NT01: Earl Grey Crème Vanilla Black Tea, NH26: Honeybush Vanilla, NT91: Christmas Black Tea, or NF90: Vanilla Black Tea.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.


Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

A tin (approx. 35g) of each of the following teas: TD50: No. 1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling, NT11: Extra Bergamot Earl Grey, TE30: Traditional Masala Chai, and NF30: Lemon Drop Black Tea.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of teas from the following black teas, depending upon seasonal availability: TP12: Premium China Keemun, TD50: No.1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling, ZY51: China Yunnan TGFOP, TB10: Bond Street English Breakfast Blend, ZK11: China Keemun First Grade or TB51: East Frisian BOP Assam Tea. These 4 tea selections are representative of a wide range of fine black teas.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

This Assam selection produces a dark cup with a full flavor profile. Notes of cocoa and a delicate caramel hint complement a sweet and toasty aroma for an enjoyable cup.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Tupelo Honey.

A blend of choice C.T.C. grade Assam teas, with the typical malty and flavorful taste profile. A perfect choice for those seeking a strong morning cup.

The bold, dark brown leaves of this Season’s Pick Assam infuse a thick, rich cup with notes of malt and cocoa, enhanced by hints of manuka honey and spice. A molasses sweetness accentuates nuances of malt and oak, which lend an intriguing depth to the toasty aroma. The full finish reveals a spicy astringency, balanced with lingering hints of stone fruit. This exceptional Assam blend offers a great value for an everyday cup.

An abundance of beautiful, golden tips accents the chunky leaf style of this 2024 broken-leaf Assam. The dark amber-copper cup is fragrant with complementary notes of malt, red wine, and ripe apple, touched by a fleeting whisper of smoke. The complex flavor is rich and invigorating, with notes of Burgundy, oak, and cocoa, accompanied by a dried fruit sweetness. An earthy quality is balanced with a toasty sweetness in the crisp, lingering finish.

Flecks of golden tips provide an eye-catching contrast to the bold, ebony-brown leaves of this 2024 Assam selection. The dark coppery liquor offers a bright aroma suffused with notes of cocoa powder, red wine, and hints of spice. The full-bodied cup has a crisp character, which sets the stage for rich notes of malt, cocoa, stone fruit, and honey. The finish lingers on a note reminiscent of dry red wine.

With an attractive complement of golden tips, the bold, well-formed leaves yield a thick, rich cup with pronounced sweetness and complex flavor. The sweet malty aroma is enhanced by hints of semi-sweet chocolate, a winey richness, and toasty warmth. In the amber-copper liquor, layered nuances of malt, cherry, oak, and a whisper of rose lead to a lively finish that lingers with a note of warming spice.

This 2024 Doomni Estate Assam offers a complex aroma and solid cup character, the perfect tea for everyday enjoyment. Starting with fragranced layers of malt, Burgundy, dried cherry, and spicy cacao, the smooth, rich flavor reveals notes of malt and cocoa, which stand up well to the addition of milk, if desired. A vanilla-honey sweetness lingers in the finish, balanced with a dry red wine astringency that awakens the palate.

With pronounced notes of malt and cocoa in both the aroma and flavor, this classic Assam breakfast tea is the perfect choice for your everyday morning cup. The fragrance hints of honey, which complements the rich notes in the aroma. The dark copper liquor is smooth yet robust with a warming toastiness that harmonizes with hints of toffee sweetness. The finish lingers with a whisper of spice.

Sprinkled with light golden tips, the dark brown leaves of this organic Assam selection produce a deep ruby-copper liquor with a sweet, malty aroma that hints of Burgundy and dried cherry. The solid, everyday cup is smooth and medium-bodied, perfect as a self-drinker. Notes of malt, cocoa, and honey weave together to create a harmonious, well-balanced flavor. The finish lingers with a whisper of spice.

Rooted in a century-plus tradition as one of Assam’s oldest tea gardens, the Meleng Estate produces high-quality Assam teas from rare clonal varieties. From its rich aroma to its hearty, full-bodied cup, this 2025 offering speaks eloquently of that legacy. Hints of bittersweet cocoa mingle with sweet, malty nuances in the fragrant scent. A smooth-as-velvet mouthfeel embraces a honeyed character, layered with complex notes of cocoa, malt, Burgundy, and oak. The dry finish lingers with a red wine astringency and a trace of spice.

A uniform, broken-leaf tea with bold character and strong, malty flavor. This tea is a great choice for breakfast and throughout the day.

A bold C.T.C. style tea with rich flavor. The dark liquor will readily take milk. Especially suited as a bracing morning tea.

A whole-leaf Assam with golden tips (young leaf buds). Characteristic maltiness and complex flavor. This is our most popular Assam tea.

A hearty blend of rich CTC Assam and BOP Ceylon teas, yielding a cup with robust flavor and a brisk finish. This is an organic version of a classic, bracing breakfast blend.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Wildflower Honey.

A tribute to the famous London tea auctions, our Leadenhall Street Breakfast Blend is a blend of two classic British-style teas: a brisk Ceylon and a thick, malty Assam. The result is a bright cup, full of sweetness and dark, rich malt, which lends itself to the addition of milk.

For this blend, we paired a hearty Assam with a smooth and flavorful Yunnan, for a cup that is highly enjoyable. The invigorating liquor has a full mouth feel, subtle spicy notes, and a lingering aftertaste. While milk is recommended, it is enjoyable on its own.

Fannings grade teas infuse quickly, producing a robust beverage. This blend of rich teas from Indonesia, Africa, and India will please those who like a hearty tea at a moderate price.

A hearty blend of Ceylon and Assam teas, this tea is rich and flavorful, even with extra milk.

This rich Ceylon breakfast tea is a blend of black teas from Kandy, the tea growing region where James Taylor produced the first crop of Ceylon black tea back in the 1860s. The aroma is sweet and toasty with hints of raisin and citrus. The smooth, deep-amber cup is bright and lively with a full mouth feel and well-balanced flavor that hints of cocoa, citrus and a crisp evergreen nuance that lingers into the finish.

The Crush-Tear-Curl manufacturing method produces quick-brewing teas with full flavor. We highly recommend this blend of Assam teas for those who like a very hearty cup. Exquisite with milk.

The Crush-Tear-Curl manufacturing method produces quick-brewing teas with full flavor. We highly recommend this blend of Assam teas for those who like a very hearty cup. Exquisite with milk.

Blended from select teas of India, Sri Lanka, and China to appeal to those who favor an eye-opening experience in the morning, this broken-leaf tea yields a cup with a round, full flavor, malty notes, and brisk character. A perfect choice to start the day.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Tupelo Honey.

A rich breakfast blend especially suited for those who enjoy a powerful cup in the morning. This also is a great choice for iced tea. Java teas are never expensive, so you get the best produced for a few cents a cup.

This full-bodied Ceylon blend offers a rich, toasty aroma and smooth, bright cup. The finish lingers with a hint of spice. An excellent morning tea, this flavorful selection is especially suited for the addition of milk and sugar.

A blend of Tippy GFBOP Assam teas for strength, plus a distinctive, bright Ceylon tea for briskness. This Orthodox Process Irish Breakfast style loose leaf tea is very flavorful.

This English Breakfast-style tea is a rich blend of Assam, Ceylon, and Keemun. The aroma introduces hints of Burgundy and cocoa, which are also present in the flavor, enhanced by a rich mouth feel and overall sweetness. With a mellow smoothness and lingering finish, this eminently drinkable cup is satisfying all day long. May be enjoyed neat or with a splash of milk.

This blend of premium Darjeeling and Ceylon black teas makes a great hot tea as well. For iced tea preparation, simply double the amount of tea leaves, steep for 3-4 minutes, and pour over ice.

A classic Ostfriesen blend of Assam teas. Authentic 100% orthodox tea blended in Germany for those who like a hearty, malty tea.

This tippy, whole-leaf version offers more complexity of flavor, while still maintaining the body and strength characteristic of East Frisian tea blends.

A blend of whole-leaf Assam and genuine Bourbon vanilla. The combination makes a delightful afternoon blend.

A blend of fine teas of India, China, and Formosa. A choice tea for the afternoon or evening, this caravan style tea is one of our most popular blends.

A more refined version of our Original Blend Russian Caravan (TB60), this blend of choice teas from India, China, and Formosa yields a smooth, satisfying cup with a bright character. Toasty notes and a light sweetness lead to a crisp finish. A great afternoon tea.

A bit of Lapsang Souchong is blended with Keemun and Darjeeling, yielding a mildly smoky tea. Perfect for an afternoon uplift.

Named after Robert Fortune who toured the tea producing regions in the 1840s under the auspices of the East India Company. Darjeeling adds a pleasing brightness; Yunnan lends a dark, honey colored liquor and delicately spicy overtones.

A mellow, whole-leaf blend of Keemun, Ceylon, and Darjeeling. An exceptional tea that is smooth enough for drinking on its own, and sturdy enough to take milk or lemon.

To celebrate our 30th Anniversary, we created a robust breakfast blend of teas from new origins - Colombia, and old origins - India and Sri Lanka. The dark amber liquor is thick and rich with a silky smooth mouth feel and complex flavor. Enjoy this eye-opening cup to start your day or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

This premium blend of decaffeinated broken-leaf Assam black teas produces a rich, full-bodied cup. The aroma is sweet with hints of malt. The dark copper liquor is bright with a smooth mouth feel, leading to a pleasant pungency lingering in the finish.

This choice Ceylon black tea blend offers a bright, toasty/woody cup with a full mouth feel and gentle honey sweetness. A clean, crisp citrus nuance lingers in the finish. A great value for your everyday tea.

Established in the late nineteenth century, the Lover’s Leap Estate perches among the clouds, at 6,000 feet, in the mountainous Nuwara Eliya district of Sri Lanka. This black tea selection offers a bright, citrusy aroma, complemented by warm biscuity nuances. The lively cup is a lovely balance of honey sweetness and high-grown briskness, with notes of dried fruit and a light toastiness. The finish lingers with a whisper of spice. Steep longer when adding a splash of milk.

In this premium “spider leaf” black tea selection from the Ruhuna district of Sri Lanka, silver-tipped leaves produce a dark copper infusion, fragrant with hints of dried fruit, spice, and oak, enhanced by a delicate honey sweetness. The rich, full-bodied cup awakens the palate with a brisk character, which complements the toasty notes and hints of oak and Burgundy in the flavor. The smooth finish lingers with a hint of clove, paired with a pleasant astringency reminiscent of a dry red wine.

Well twisted, ebony brown leaves and a complement of silver buds yield a dark, satisfying infusion with a sweet aroma. Notes of honey and malt round out the bright, toasty cup, which could accommodate milk, if desired. A pleasant briskness lingers in the light fruity finish.

This smooth, mellow cup of tea offers classic full-bodied Ceylon flavor. Enjoy it hot or iced.

Good color and strength for a hearty cup. Takes milk very well.

This organic, broken-leaf selection has a classic high-grown aroma and flavor, brisk and rich. With its full body, the medium amber cup would make a great breakfast tea.

This superb organic broken-leaf selection yields a colory infusion with a pleasant briskness and depth of flavor. The profile is that of a classic dark style Uva tea, with a strong but balanced character.

Small, neat leaves are laced with flecks of golden tips, producing a robust cup with a toasty aroma. Notes of honey and malt lead to a bright, citrusy finish.

In this premium selection, a bounty of small golden tips provides a stunning contrast to the dark brown leaves. The medium amber cup is rich and full-bodied with a classic brisk character and honeyed fragrance. Burgundy notes join hints of spice and raisin, lingering in the finish.

Attractive and bold, the large, dark brown leaves of this organic black tea offering have a folded, crepey appearance. The medium amber cup has a hint of caramel sweetness, a warm toasty quality, and a gentle pungency that plays at the edge of your palate.

The Kenilworth Estate is renowned for producing some of the finest whole-leaf teas in Sri Lanka. This premium bold-leaf lot steeps a hearty, full-bodied cup with a rich, toasty aroma that hints of spice and honey. A thick, satisfying mouthfeel enhances layers of cocoa, spice, and dried fruit sweetness in the dark russet-amber liquor. The brisk finish lingers on a bittersweet note. This exceptional-value tea is an ideal choice for enjoying with a splash of milk, if desired.

The best value in Darjeeling tea. Broken-leaf Darjeeling is often overlooked, either because the price is so reasonable or because too much value is placed on a more stylish leaf. This flavorful BOP blend offers a great cup at a very attractive price.

With elevations ranging over 6,000 feet, the Thurbo Estate has been producing premium Darjeeling teas for over a century. In this first flush offering, silver tips decorate attractive leaves in a colorful display of olive greens. A rich toasty aroma introduces an amber-gold cup with an assertive character that enhances its full, lively mouth feel. Fresh floral/herbaceous notes and a honey sweetness are complemented by notes of stone fruit, which lend a gentle crispness to the lingering finish.

Pronounced floral/herbaceous notes permeate the sweet aroma of this broken-leaf second flush Darjeeling. The dark amber cup fills your mouth with rich notes of fruit and honey, which linger into the crisp finish. A great choice for a splash of milk, if desired.

This stellar first flush Darjeeling intoxicates with its fresh floral fragrance. Upon first sip, the vibrant gold liquor fills your mouth with a buttery smooth feeling like golden corn silk. Enlivened by a rich honey sweetness, the classic floral character conjures a stroll through a lush spring garden. Vegetal hints linger in the crisp finish, completing a delightful tea moment.

Harvested on March 8, 2022, this is the very first plucking of the first flush season at Tindharia Estate. A profusion of downy silver tips decorate the olive-green leaves, which produce a fragrant golden liquor redolent with buttery floral notes suggestive of honeysuckle. The silky smooth cup fills your mouth with a lively feel that awakens the palate. Classic floral notes pair with a fruity sweetness reminiscent of juicy pineapple, which linger into the crisp finish. A truly delightful way to enjoy a tea moment at any time of day.

Spread across the rolling hills of the Mirik area of Darjeeling, the Singbulli Estate is well known for crafting top-notch Darjeeling teas. This 2022 second flush offering is true to their reputation. The lively cup begins with a toasty/woody aroma, accentuated by hints of caramel. The dark amber liquor exhibits a rich fruity bouquet, complemented by an excellent pairing of muscatel sweetness and crisp citrus-like notes, which linger into the finish. Steep longer if a splash of milk is desired.

With its silky smooth, medium-bodied cup, this is the perfect choice for those Darjeeling aficionados looking for a less robust second flush offering best enjoyed neat. The aroma is redolent with honey and citrus, lending a sweet, crisp aspect that balances well with a warm toastiness in the flavor. Rich stone fruit notes bloom as the tea cools, making this a great choice for iced tea. The finish is smooth and clean.

Located near the border of Sikkim, the North Tukvar Tea Estate has been producing superior teas since it was first planted in 1884. This outstanding 2023 first flush Darjeeling tea offering was plucked on March 11th at an elevation of 2,000 feet. An abundance of downy silver tips decorates bold leaves of variegated olive greens, which produce a rich golden amber cup with a sweet floral/fruity aroma. A smooth, round mouth feel supports a flavor profile bursting with notes of tropical fruit and melon. This loose leaf Darjeeling tea's finish lingers with a palate-awakening crispness reminiscent of biting into a red apple.

First planted in 1852, the Puttabong Tea Estate is notable as one of the first tea gardens in Darjeeling. With a sweet floral aroma reminiscent of a blooming spring meadow, this 2023 first flush Darjeeling tea selection invites you to take your first sip. Bold, dark-olive leaves, sprinkled with downy silver tips, produce a light amber-gold liquor that delights the palate with its fresh, buttery smoothness and classic, honeyed floral flavor. A smooth, clean finish completes a memorable Darjeeling tea experience.

In this 2023 first flush Darjeeling loose leaf tea offering, flecks of spring green brighten bold, dark-olive leaves, redolent with a fresh herbaceous aroma. With its pronounced sweet floral fragrance and flavor, the golden amber cup invites that first sip. A buttery smooth mouth feel leads to a clean finish that lingers with a honey sweetness. A superb selection from Jungpana Tea Estate, creating a memorable tea moment with every sip.

Named after Queen Victoria, the Victoria’s Peak garden is a division of the renowned Steinthal Estate. In this 2023 first flush Darjeeling tea offering, premium loose leaf black tea leaves in rich tones of olive green are laced with silvery tips. A full, lively mouth feel enhances the sweet floral character, which is complemented by juicy notes of pineapple and tropical fruit. Nuances of corn silk and honey linger long into the crisp finish.

The bold, meticulously crafted leaves of this 2023 first flush Darjeeling yield a lively cup with a rich, silky mouth feel. The candied floral aroma whispers of orange blossoms and a light herbaceous nuance. With notes of tropical fruit and flowers, the flavor profile epitomizes “springtime in a cup.” This exceptional offering finishes on a crisp citrus-like note, balanced with a lingering sweetness. A staff favorite.

The Castleton Estate is known for crafting top-notch Darjeeling teas. This 2023 second flush Darjeeling tea offering is true to their reputation. The chestnut-colored liquor has a lively fruity bouquet in both the aroma and flavor, with hints of muscatel and a ripe stone fruit sweetness. The smooth, full-bodied cup has a rich mouth feel and honey nuances, which linger in the finish alongside a whisper of wildflowers.

Downy, golden tips thread through dark brown leaves that steep a rich, dark-amber liquor with a pronounced muscatel aroma. Hints of almond, honey, and oak add a balanced complexity to the fragrance. The classic muscatel notes bloom in the silky smooth flavor, accentuated by hints of Burgundy and soft floral nuances. A honey sweetness lingers in the finish.

This 2023 second flush Darjeeling tea selection has an inviting fragrance with pronounced muscatel notes that are accentuated by a molasses sweetness and light vanilla hint. A velvety smooth mouth feel embraces a complex flavor profile with classic muscatel notes, a honey-sweet floral hint, and cedar/oak nuances. The finish lingers with a lively crispness and earthy hint.

In this 2023 first flush Darjeeling offering, very bold leaves in shades of olive-green yield a bright amber-gold cup with a fresh fragrance that hints of wildflowers and a toasty brown sugar sweetness. A smooth buttery mouth feel embraces a lively character with classic floral flavor, enhanced by notes of honey and sweet nectar. The finish lingers on a crisp bittersweet note. Another exemplary selection from one of our favorite tea estates!

Bold, well-crafted leaves, in a wide range of olive-green shades, mingle with silver, downy tips in this superlative first flush Darjeeling from North Tukvar Estate. The silky smooth cup glows with a golden light and exudes a honeyed floral fragrance, accented with hints of corn silk and dried fruit. Upon first sip, the liquor fills the palate with pronounced floral notes, complemented by a tropical fruit undertone and whisper of oak. A lingering sweetness adds a satisfying touch to the clean, clear finish.

With its invigorating, full-bodied cup, this 2024 Snowview Estate first flush offering exhibits a classic “European style” character. The heady aroma is a rich bouquet of sweet flowers, fresh corn silk, and spring greens. These notes enliven the flavor of the sparkling gold liquor as well. Hints of tropical fruit and apricot linger in the finish, delighting the palate with a refreshing crispness. The perfect accompaniment to a decadent dessert.

Cultivating premium teas since 1870, the Snowview Estate coexists with the migratory path of elephant herds, which travel across the estate regularly between the forests in order to drink and bathe in the Moortee river on the lower border of the tea garden. They have recently partnered with Wildlife Friendly Enterprise Network, an independent organization striving to protect elephant populations. In 2020, Snowview Estate became the first tea garden in Darjeeling to be awarded with Elephant Friendly Tea Garden certification.

With its fresh herbaceous aroma hinting of tropical fruit with mineral undertones, this superb 2024 first flush Darjeeling from Balasun Estate invites you to take that first sip. The golden amber cup is buttery smooth, filling the palate with classic floral notes that are enhanced by hints of honey and corn silk. A burst of tropical fruit sweetness lingers in the crisp, polished finish.

This impressive 2024 first flush selection is from the Thurbo Estate, which is located in the verdant Mirik Valley of Darjeeling. The well-made, attractive leaves yield a golden-amber liquor, aromatic with a floral essence, a pronounced sweetness, and a fresh vegetal hint. The medium-bodied cup has a lively character, bursting with rich floral notes, a tropical fruit whisper, and a hint of mineral. The subtly crisp, lingering finish leaves a pleasant sweetness on the palate, completing an enjoyable tea experience.

Originally planted in 1869, the venerable Seeyok Estate is located near the India-Nepal border and sits at an altitude averaging 4,700 feet, with a scenic view of Kanchenjunga Mountain, the third highest peak in the world. In this superlative 2024 first flush Darjeeling offering, flecks of bright green leaves and silver tips thread through bold, olive-green leaves, which produce a mouth filling cup of golden sunshine. The sweet aroma is fragrant with notes of honey and meadow flowers, complemented by a fresh vegetal hint. The smooth liquor exhibits a lively, spring-like character, with floral notes that are accented by a nuance of oak. The crisp, pungent finish is well balanced with a lingering honey sweetness. A staff favorite.

This 2024 first flush Darjeeling offers finely particled leaves, in shades of olive green, which steep a light golden-amber cup with an invigorating fragrance hinting of almond and spice. Notes of tropical fruit and almond, a corn silk sweetness, and a zesty hint of citrus are complemented by the buttery smooth mouthfeel. A dry white wine crispness enlivens the lingering finish. A great value from the renowned Steinthal Estate.

In this outstanding selection from the 2024 second flush season at Castleton Estate, well-crafted, dark brown leaves produce a copper-amber cup that fills your senses with rich notes of muscatel and honey. Complemented by toasty hints and a whisper of vanilla that linger in the velvety smooth finish, this tea makes a delightful treat for any time of day.

A cornucopia of ripe autumn fruit flavors delights the palate in this classic 2024 second flush tea selection from Balasun Estate. A creamy smooth mouth feel embraces rich muscatel notes, which are accented by an undertone of stone fruit and a lush grape sweetness that blooms as the tea cools. The velvety finish lingers, inviting the next sip.

The Thurbo Estate is highly esteemed for their excellent Darjeelings, such as this 2024 second flush selection with its pronounced muscatel flavor and appealing aromatics. The rich amber cup is velvety smooth with complex layers of dried stone fruit, mahogany, Burgundy, and oak. A spicy sweetness lingers in the crisp finish. A staff favorite.

First planted in the 1860s, the Singell Estate stretches across steep mountainsides that range in elevation from 3,200 to 5,000 feet. The well-made, reddish-umber leaves of this 2024 second flush selection produce a deep amber liquor with a vibrant bouquet of muscatel, oak, and stone fruit sweetness. The velvety smooth cup is rich and fruity with pronounced muscatel flavor, supported by fresh apple hints and a note of stone fruit that lingers in the crisp, spicy finish.

Located in the cool, misty climate of the Rung Bong valley, the Turzum Estate has been producing high-quality Darjeeling teas since the late 1800s. It merged with the esteemed Sungma Estate after an earthquake hit the area in 1934. This 2024 second flush tea offering balances a sweet, smooth character with mouth-filling fruity, nutty flavor. The medium amber cup is appealingly aromatic with notes of muscatel and honey, accented by a spicy toastiness. The finish is smooth and mellow with a lingering stone fruit sweetness.

From its fresh, toasty aroma, hinting of brown sugar and sweet berries, to its smooth, fruity flavor, this 2024 second flush Darjeeling from Castleton Estate is a wonderful value. Hints of honey and spice linger in the crisp finish, making this refreshing selection the perfect choice for both hot and iced tea.

Harvested on February 3rd, the very first plucking of the 2025 first flush season at Rohini Estate, this outstanding selection displays bold, handcrafted leaves in shades of green, decorated with delicate, silvery tips. The aroma is fresh and fragrant, with sweet floral hints and notes of corn silk. The cup glows with rich golden highlights, the first sip blooming with honeyed floral notes, complemented by hints of fresh spring greens. A full buttery mouth feel embraces the classic first flush flavor profile, leading to a lingering, silky finish. Savor each sip of this stellar offering.

This outstanding 2025 first flush Darjeeling is a fine plucking of dark olive leaves and downy, silver tips. The clear amber-gold liquor is fresh and inviting with a bouquet of floral notes, complemented by hints of sweet corn silk. The buttery cup is smooth, yet lively, with a refreshing vivacity that awakens the palate. The classic floral flavor is enhanced by hints of spring greens and tropical fruit notes that bloom as the tea cools. The finish lingers on a crisp, clean note.

First planted at the turn of the 20th century, the south-facing tea slopes of the Jungpana Estate are located in a remote area in Darjeeling near Kurseong, a misty land of rolling hills where the average elevation is 4,000 feet. Plucked on March 20th, this 2025 first flush offering displays bold leaves in variegated tones of olive green, laced with delicate, silver tips. A pronounced tropical fruit fragrance sets the stage for the lively golden cup, where herbaceous notes of spring flowers bloom. A refreshing nuance of citrus zest balances with a hint of pineapple sweetness that lingers in the crisp finish.

Carefully handcrafted, this exceptional 2025 first flush Darjeeling displays bold, olive-green leaves, accented by delicate, silver tips. The lively aroma introduces the sun-warmed scent of fresh corn silk, sweetened by soft floral hints. The pale golden cup offers a silky mouthfeel, which supports crisp notes of spring herbs, a whisper of flowers, and a rich tropical sweetness that becomes more pronounced as the tea cools. The finish balances a bittersweet pungency with a lingering floral aftertaste.

The Gopaldhara Estate sits at 7,000 feet in the foothills of the Himalayas and holds the distinction of being the highest tea-growing elevation in Darjeeling. This exquisite 2025 first flush selection offers a pronounced sweetness in both aroma and flavor, enhancing its fruity character. Fragrant with hints of brown sugar and a nuance of tropical pineapple, the amber-gold cup lights up the palate with juicy notes of peach, accented by touches of honey and a whisper of spice. The sweetness lingers into a silky smooth finish.

With elevations ranging from 3,500 to 5,500 feet, the esteemed Sungma Estate was first planted in the 1860s. This 2025 first flush selection offers a creamy, mouth-filling cup with a sugary-sweet, toasty aroma that hints at almond and anise. The amber-gold liquor presents a classic floral bouquet, enhanced by a tropical fruit sweetness. The refreshing finish lingers with a floral aftertaste that adds depth to the flavor profile.

Producing premium Darjeeling teas in the Mirik Valley for over a century, the Thurbo Estate cultivates tea at an average elevation of 6,000 feet. In this 2025 first flush offering, silver tips are sprinkled among attractive leaves in shades of olive green. Tropical fruit notes lend a rich sweetness to both the aroma and the amber-gold cup. Hints of fresh corn silk and spring greens add depth to the fragrance. A candy-like sweetness complements subtle notes of almond and flowers in the flavor. The crisp finish lingers with the whisper of a spring garden.

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.

From its enticingly sweet fragrance to its smooth-as-silk mouthfeel, this unique 2025 Darjeeling Oolong selection has many fine points to consider. Prominent honey notes bring a richness to the light golden cup, harmonizing with hints of melon and a vegetal whisper. The crisp finish balances with a pleasantly sweet aftertaste that lingers on the palate. A truly delightful cup.

Nestled along the southeastern slopes of the Himalayas, the Selimbong Estate flourishes at elevations ranging from 3,500 to 5,500 feet. This 2025 second flush selection offers a rich, full-bodied cup with a pronounced muscatel flavor. Muscatel notes also emerge in the warm, toasty aroma, harmonizing with hints of apple and brown sugar. Notes of oak and nut pair gracefully with a nuance of earthy citrus, all lingering into a sweet, crisp finish.

Established in 1869, the Seeyok Estate rests at elevations ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 feet, near the border with Nepal. Outstanding muscatel notes, present in both the fragrance and the smooth, rich cup, set the tone in this 2025 second flush Darjeeling offering. With a light sprinkling of golden tips, the attractive, chocolate-brown leaves yield a dark amber liquor imbued with a stone fruit sweetness that accentuates hints of spice and a nutty, toasty whisper. The finish lingers with a light, sweet quality that harmonizes perfectly with a crisp, dry wine-like nuance at the very end.

An exceptional golden tip Darjeeling blend. We first introduced this tea in 1990 and it continues to be our most popular Darjeeling.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Wildflower Honey.

From its inviting aroma to its rich, full-bodied cup, this blend of premium Darjeeling teas has many fine points to consider. Fruity notes join toasty/nutty hints in the dark amber liquor. The finish lingers with a gentle astringency. An excellent choice for an everyday Darjeeling.

With its smooth satisfying flavor and great value, this second flush Darjeeling tea blend is the perfect choice for your everyday cup. The bold, dark brown leaves produce a dark amber liquor with a toasty aroma, fragrant with a dried fruit sweetness and woody spice hints. A silky mouth feel complements notes of honey and warming spices, joined by a deep rich toastiness, which lingers in the finish.

This first flush Darjeeling blend features bold attractive leaves, in shades of olive-green, which produce a bright, smooth cup with a rich mouth feel. Notes of tropical fruit and honeysuckle bloom in the amber gold liquor, leading to a refreshingly crisp finish that lingers on the palate. A great value for first flush Darjeeling aficionados!

China black tea base with bergamot flavor. Produced for the British market, this tea has less bergamot than some American counterparts.

Earl Grey tea, blended with TGFOP Assam and rare China teas. A balanced blend for those who prefer a lighter bergamot flavor. Drink with or without milk.

A fine organic Ceylon tea with a compelling Earl Grey scent.

A traditional Indian spiced tea recipe with a warm and robust character. The full flavor notes of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and clove hold up to milk and honey, the traditional way to take this tea.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Tupelo Honey.

A melange of dried papaya, passion fruit and pineapple, blended with a rich black tea, creates a decadent tropical fruit experience. Fragrant and sweet, this tea is wonderful hot or iced.

Produced at a small family tea garden in Shizuoka, Japan, this unique black tea is smoked for 6-8 hours using wood chips from a Japanese cherry wood whisky barrel. With layers of smoke, Burgundy and hints of floral sweetness, the aroma is reminiscent of a warm charcoal fire. A buttery mouth feel and hints of toffee complement the pronounced smoky notes in the smooth, rich cup. That smoky character is joined by a prevailing sweetness that lingers long after the last sip.

The cup has a full flavor and aroma, with a medium body. May be enjoyed on its own, but it is strong enough to accommodate a touch of milk. Longer steepings yield a robust cup with notes of rose and peppery hints. At briefer steepings, the liquor is sweeter and more delicate.

Our Golden Kenya tea is sold in either bold broken-leaf or whole-leaf, depending upon availability. The cup has full flavor and aroma, with medium body. May be enjoyed on its own, but it is strong enough to accommodate a touch of milk. A brisk character with a subtle hint of rose makes this selection especially interesting.

From the Monte Metilile Estate, small, well-made leaves produce a smooth, robust breakfast blend with a toasty aroma and rich mouth feel. Hints of stone fruit add a sweetness to both the aroma and the dark amber cup. Delicious with or without a splash of milk, this organic tea is the perfect choice to accompany something sweet.

Cultivated at the Monte Metilile Estate on the lower slopes of Mount Namuli, this organic loose leaf black tea selection from Mozambique yields a velvety smooth, dark amber liquor that is rich and full-bodied. A warm toasty aroma and dark sugar sweetness contribute to a satisfying cup with a substantial mouth feel and lingering finish.

From the Kuwapani Estate of Nepal, a pronounced fruity character distinguishes this gold-tipped black tea selection. The well-twisted leaves steep a medium-amber cup with a candy-sweet scent that hints of apple and spice. A buttery mouthfeel embraces notes of dried fruit and honey. A whisper of melon lingers in the finish, completing a delightful tea experience.

A sprinkling of golden tips decorates the bold, dark-brown leaves of this black tea offering from the Juntara Estate of Nepal. The delightful aroma is warming and earthy with hints of Burgundy, brown sugar, and toast. The smooth, full-bodied cup reveals a rich constellation of flavor notes — ripe stone fruit, honey, mahogany, roasted chestnut, and a hint of cherry. The finish lingers with a crispness that hints of toasty smokiness.

Located in southern India, Nilgiri produces teas similar to those of Ceylon, yet with a distinctive character. This British-style Nilgiri black tea produces a flavorful cup that is excellent with milk.

A rich, organic tea with solid body and full mouth feel. A pleasing, balanced cup with a classic Nilgiri flavor and style.

A whole-leaf, organic Nilgiri tea with vibrant aromatics, a sweet cup, and a gentle, crisp bite. Smooth yet very flavorful with medium body. Enjoyable plain or with milk.

Perched at elevations ranging 5,400 to 7,000 feet in the Nilgiri Hills of southern India, the Glendale Estate offers this distinctive black tea with long, twisted leaves that steep a beautiful amber liquor. The light toasty aroma is fragrant with hints of almond and oak, complemented by a sweet smoky whisper. The bright, lively cup refreshes with notes of stone fruit, citrus, and almond. Hints of spice bring a bittersweet nuance to the lingering finish.

From the high-altitude Glendale Estate in the Nilgiri Hills of south India, this great-value black tea produces a dark amber liquor with an inviting aroma that balances candied sweetness with hints of oak, toast, and ripe cherry. The smooth, medium-bodied cup is rich and earthy with a pronounced oak note heightened by hints of spice and citrus. This eminently drinkable tea finishes on a clean mineral note with a faint peppery undertone that lingers on the palate.

With its fresh floral aroma and complex flavor, the bright amber-gold cup of this early 2025 ‘Winter Frost’ Nilgiri black tea is the perfect way to welcome a feeling of spring. The aroma is redolent with notes of butter cookie, sweet summer corn, and spring wildflowers. A smooth mouthfeel embroiders a creaminess across the layers of flowers, honey, corn silk, and hay, complemented by a vegetal undertone. The sleek finish lingers with an enveloping sweetness. With a flavor profile very similar to a first flush Darjeeling, this outstanding selection is a staff favorite.

The Dooars region lies south of the Himalayan foothills of Darjeeling and north of the Brahmaputra River basin. This lovely 2023 offering from Putharjhora estate exhibits a lively citrus-like mouth feel and inviting tropical fruit notes, reminiscent of pineapple. A pronounced stone fruit sweetness enhances notes of corn silk in the champagne-gold cup. The finish is silky smooth and clean.

Often called the Burgundy of China teas, this North China Congou is rich, flavorful and appropriate for any time of day. We offer this as our basic Keemun, although it is in the middle range of the standard series.

Established in 1969, the Temi Estate is the only tea garden in the Indian state of Sikkim, located north of Darjeeling. The tea is grown at 4,000 to 7,000 feet, on the slopes of Tendong Hill, in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains. Threaded with a profusion of golden tips, the attractive, well-made leaves of this outstanding 2025 selection produce a rich, fruity cup with a sweet, toasty aroma. Hints of muscatel and ripe apple enhance the fragrance while complementing the mouth-filling sweetness of the dark amber liquor. Notes of ripe stone fruit combine with hints of spice and pear to linger in the smooth, clean finish. This tea was cultivated without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

The juxtaposition of dark leaves and golden tips gives this black tea from Colombia a beautiful appearance. The dark copper amber liquor is fragrant with toasty cocoa hints. The rich cocoa quality carries on in the flavor of the full-bodied cup, finishing with a raisin sweetness.

Formerly "Cacao Kisses," this decadent Colombian black tea combines cacao husks and nibs, from small chocolate producers in the Tumaco region, with bold, dark brown leaves to create this unique, naturally flavored selection. Sweet notes from the black tea base provide the perfect accent for the rich cocoa flavor.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post,Decadent Desserts in a Cup

With its robust character and full mouth feel, this organic black tea selection from Colombia is a great morning eye opener. Notes of sweet milk chocolate predominate in both the aroma and the dark ruby copper cup. Hints of Burgundy and malt provide a lively complement to the rich flavor. A smooth finish completes an exceptional tea experience. A staff favorite.

This bold-leaf, breakfast-style black tea blend from Colombia has a warm aroma reminiscent of baking chocolate, with toasty hints. The dark amber cup is full-bodied and honey sweet with a creamy smooth mouth feel that sets the stage for notes of rich cocoa and apricot. The finish is smooth and lingering.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Tupelo Honey.

Formosa Keemun has a unique style that has attracted a dedicated following. This selection has the characteristic Oolong notes and gentle smokiness of this tea. It also has the lighter-colored leaf and infusion of our original Formosa Keemun from several years ago. Recommended for those seeking a divergence from traditional China Keemun.

Rich and lusty, this smoky tea has a mellow aftertaste. A bit smokier than the China variety.

Produced from the unique Ruby #18 cultivar, developed by cross breeding a wild Formosa tea plant varietal with a Burmese/Assam strain, this outstanding black tea hails from the Sun Moon Lake region in Nantou County, Taiwan. The long, dark, wiry leaves yield a complex, hearty liquor with a velvety smooth mouth feel. The fragrant aroma reveals layers of cinnamon, raisin, fig, vanilla, and plum, which harmonize with notes of bread pudding, baked apple, and a subtle malty hint in the full-bodied cup. A lingering caramelized brown sugar note provides a complement to a crisp snap of clove in the finish. Steep longer for deeper flavor and a stronger cup. Created in celebration of Upton Tea Imports' 35th anniversary in 2024, this delightful Formosa black tea is a staff favorite.

This premium Assam tea produces a dark, rich cup with a characteristic malty aroma and flavor. A satisfying, crisp quality lingers in the finish. Whole-leaf or broken-leaf Assam (depending on availability) is decaffeinated with pure carbon dioxide.

The top standard of decaffeinated Ceylon available, and by far the most flavorful, and best we have cupped. Please note that even the best decaffeinated teas lack some of the flavor and complexity of their unprocessed counterparts.

The top standard of decaffeinated Darjeeling tea available, and by far the best we have cupped. Please note that even the best decaffeinated teas lose some of the flavor and complexity of their unprocessed counterparts.

The top standard of decaffeinated Earl Grey available, and by far one of the best we have ever cupped. Please note that even the best decaffeinated teas lack some of the flavor and complexity of their unprocessed counterparts.

This decaffeinated tea offering is a medium-bodied, breakfast-style tea. A toasty hint complements the smooth, rich flavor.

Fragrant with notes of dark cocoa powder, the rich aroma portends the velvety smooth, full-bodied cup filled with pronounced cocoa flavor. A warm toastiness wraps around sweet hints of honey that linger in the finish.

The wiry, ebony-brown leaves of this premium Congou black tea from Fujian province produce a very dark amber liquor with an enticing cocoa aroma. The smooth, rich cup tastes of premium dark chocolate accented by a whisper of spice. The finish is long and lingering with nuances of toffee. This decadent treat is the perfect accompaniment to dessert.

With its rich flavor profile and smooth mouth feel, this standard grade Keemun represents a great value for a China black tea. Hints of wine and a suggestion of smoke round out the earthy, full-bodied cup.

A mellow tea in the style of An Hui province Keemun, with classic Burgundy cup character and mild smoky note. The liquor is smooth, with a lingering sweet finish.

Rated a top tea region since the Tang Dynasty, Hubei province produces this remarkable black tea, a special grade of Keemun. A sweet aroma reveals hints of cocoa, tobacco and Burgundy. The full-bodied cup is rich and winey with hints of spice and a biscuit toastiness. The finish is smooth with a gentle oak nuance.

The fragrant, dark brown leaves yield a deep amber liquor with a light smoky aroma, hinting of earth and wine. The smooth cup is rich and full-bodied, accented with smoky/earthy nuances. The finish lingers with a hint of spice.

Extra care is taken with each step, from the extra-fine picking through the oxidation. Exquisite in style, color, aroma, and taste. If an unspecified 'Hao-Ya' Keemun is sold, it is typically Hao-Ya 'B'.

A light sprinkling of golden tips adorns the glossy dark brown leaves in this stunning Mao Feng selection. The copper ruby cup exhibits a complex aroma and flavor with rich notes of earth, wine, and smoke. A hint of spice in the finish complements the silky sweet character.

Officially the top grade of China Keemun, this grade has always been produced in limited supply. A top lot for the Keemun connoisseur.

A fine complement of golden tips sets this stylish selection apart. The flavor has classic Burgundy-like Keemun notes, with subtle smokiness and a hint of cocoa. This one comes close to the Hao-Ya 'A' Keemun of days past.

The aromatic, dark-brown leaves of this Congou black tea produce a deep amber liquor, fragrant with hints of cocoa and a dark sugar sweetness. The medium-bodied cup is bright and smooth, featuring toasty/woody notes accented by hints of cocoa and a gentle, lingering toastiness. A solid everyday cup at an attractive price.

Grown on Tianzi Mountain in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province, at an altitude of 4,000 feet, the beautifully crafted leaves of this “black peony” selection produce an exemplary cup with a ripe peach fragrance that hints of honey, spice, and vanilla. The light golden-amber liquor is smooth and medium-bodied, with a full mouthfeel and complex flavor profile. Notes of juicy stone fruit are complemented by spicy floral hints and vanilla sweetness. A nutty undertone leads to a clean finish that lingers with hints of earth. Exclusively selected for Upton Tea Imports by our Chinese tea specialists to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

High quality Chinese black tea is lightly scented with rose petals, creating a naturally aromatic, sweet cup with a very subtle hint of rose.

The best China Lapsang Souchong we have found. To our knowledge, we are the only importer of this grade of Lapsang Souchong tea. Superior in flavor. Very smoky, yet quite mellow.

The best China Lapsang Souchong we have found. To our knowledge, we are the only importer of this grade of Lapsang Souchong tea. Superior in flavor. Very smoky, yet quite mellow.

Blended especially for Upton Tea Imports, this tea is a pleasing and subtly complex variation on a rich, smoky classic. The perfect gift for the Lapsang Souchong drinker who seeks a less smoky cup.

This selection is handcrafted from a bold-leaf Yunnan varietal. The dry leaves are tightly rolled into a spiral snail shape, dark in color, with golden tip accents. The smooth cup is rich and full-bodied with notes of bittersweet cocoa and carob, as well as the classic Yunnan spice hints.

This selection is handcrafted from a bold-leaf Yunnan varietal. The dry leaves are tightly rolled into a spiral snail shape, dark in color, with golden tip accents. The smooth cup is rich and full-bodied with notes of bittersweet cocoa and carob, as well as the classic Yunnan spice hints.

This outstanding Yunnan black tea selection is composed of handcrafted golden tips with a beautiful downy appearance. The russet-amber liquor is fragrant with hints of molasses. Layers of cocoa, spice, and earth weave together to create a rich flavor that is complemented by a caramelized sugar sweetness. A whisper of spice lingers in the finish.

A plethora of downy golden tips decorates long, twisted leaves in this superb China black tea selection from Yunnan province. The aroma is fragrant with the sharp, sweet scent of spiced cocoa. The velvety smooth cup is rich and chocolatey with an enduring dark molasses sweetness. The finish lingers with a warming kick. A great selection for a cold winter day.

The ultra-bold, carefully twisted leaves of this outstanding Yunnan province black tea are fragrant with the aroma of rich cocoa. This cocoa note is also prominent in the velvety smooth, full-bodied cup, heady with toasty, spicy hints. A dried fruit sweetness lingers in the finish, balanced by a dry hint of red wine.

A pronounced aroma and flavor of rich melted chocolate distinguishes this outstanding black tea selection from Yunnan province. A profusion of downy golden buds yields a dark amber cup with a rounded, velvety smooth mouth feel and caramel-like sweetness. The finish lingers with dark, bittersweet notes of malt and cherry, reminiscent of a Porter beer. A staff favorite. Small lot with limited availability.

From Yunnan province, this outstanding Chinese black tea offering has long ebony-brown leaves that steep a velvety smooth cup. The sweet aroma of this Yunnan tea, hinting of rose petals, is balanced with pronounced spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. The dark amber liquor exhibits exceptional complexity with layers of earth, spice, brown sugar, and a whisper of floral essence. The finish lingers and comforts with hints of warming spice. A staff favorite.

A profusion of beautiful golden tips produces a velvety smooth, dark-russet cup with a full mouth feel and rich array of flavor notes. The complex aroma and flavor, with layers of dark honey, carob, earth, spice, and a hint of smoldering smokiness, are notable in this unique Yunnan black tea, distinguishing it as a top-level offering. The smooth, clean finish lingers with a hint of semi-sweet cocoa. A great value for an exceptional tea.

The dark brown leaves of this selection are accented with golden tips. Rich, earthy notes are present in the aroma and dark amber cup, and hints of white pepper and cassia add a pleasing accent. The smooth finish has a light tangy feel.

This high-grown Yunnan is a great value of excellent quality. The rich, earthy cup exhibits brisk flavor with a full mouth feel, complemented by inviting hints of honey, cocoa, and spice.

New lot. Elegant, downy gold tips are showcased in this superb black tea offering from Yunnan province. A sweet aroma with notes of brown sugar pairs well with rich earthy notes in the thick, syrupy cup. A silky smooth mouth feel envelops hints of spice that linger long into the finish.

A Broken Orange Pekoe from Yunnan province, this tea is a hearty version of the whole-leaf varieties. Try it with milk for a British style Yunnan cup.

This superior China black tea is a great after-dinner tea. Stands up nicely to milk and is also delectable on its own.