The Iconic Temi Tea Estate: Sikkim's Only Tea Garden
Established to meet global standards, the Temi Tea Estate is the pride of Sikkim. It carries the heritage and tradition of the region, producing teas that are cherished worldwide for their quality and unique character. Surrounded by the Himalayas, the garden's pristine environment is key to the tea's celebrated flavour.
Tasting Notes & Sensory Profile
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Dry Leaves: Long, wiry, and elegantly twisted leaves with visible golden streaks, emitting a fresh and earthy aroma.
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Liquor & Appearance: The brewed liquor is a bright golden-orange, exceptionally clear and vibrant, reflecting the tea's purity and premium quality.
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Aroma: A delicate bouquet of subtle floral notes complements the primary muscatel fragrance, creating an elegant and inviting aroma.
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Flavour Profile: A remarkably smooth and naturally sweet taste with a balanced, gentle astringency. The flavour is vibrant yet delicate, with fruity notes and a clean, refreshing aftertaste that makes it perfect for daily drinking.
Lopchu Flowery Orange Pekoe
Savor the authentic taste of the Himalayas with Lopchu Flowery Orange Pekoe, a premium single-estate Darjeeling black tea. Cherished by connoisseurs in Kolkata and worldwide, this tea is renowned for its signature toasty aroma and distinct muscatel flavour. Sourced directly from the historic Lopchu Tea Estate, every cup offers a journey into the heart of Darjeeling's rich tea heritage.
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Why You'll Love Lopchu Flowery Orange Pekoe
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Authentic Single-Estate Tea: Sourced directly from the celebrated Lopchu Tea Estate in Darjeeling, West Bengal, ensuring genuine character and unblended quality.
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Exquisite Muscatel Flavour: Experience the classic Darjeeling second flush character, defined by its sought-after sweet and fruity muscatel notes.
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High-Quality Whole Leaf: As a Flowery Orange Pekoe (FOP) grade, this tea consists of hand-picked young, tender leaves and buds, promising a superior infusion.
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Rich, Aromatic Profile: Delight in a mesmerizing blend of earthy, toasty, and woody notes, perfectly balanced with an elegant floral fragrance.
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Traditional Orthodox Craftsmanship: Crafted using time-honoured orthodox methods that preserve the tea's natural aroma and authentic Darjeeling profile.
Tasting Notes & Sensory Profile
Discover the complex layers that make this Darjeeling cha a premium choice.
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Dry Leaves: Delicately wiry and well-twisted whole leaves, featuring a beautiful mix of darker leaves interwoven with golden tips and highlights.
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Liquor & Appearance: The brewed liquor is a bright, clear, and vibrant golden-amber, a visual hallmark of its premium quality.
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Aroma: An elegant and inviting fragrance with natural flowery notes and Lopchu's signature high-fired, toasty character.
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Flavour Profile: A remarkably smooth and naturally sweet taste. Its flavour is layered with fruity undertones of peach and grape, a hint of citrus, and the distinct muscatel finish that defines classic second flush Darjeeling teas. The aftertaste is clean and refreshing.
Lopchu Golden Orange Pekoe
Experience the legendary flavour of the Himalayas with Lopchu Golden Orange Pekoe, an authentic single-estate Darjeeling black tea. Esteemed by tea lovers in Kolkata and across the globe, this whole-leaf tea is celebrated for its distinctive muscatel character, smooth, full-bodied liquor, and subtle smoky notes unique to the historic Lopchu estate.
Why You'll Love Lopchu Golden Orange Pekoe
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Authentic Single-Estate Tea: Sourced directly from the historic Lopchu Tea Estate (est. 1860s) in Darjeeling, ensuring a pure, unblended, and traditional taste.
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Rich Muscatel Flavour: As a classic second flush Darjeeling, it boasts the prized muscatel notes reminiscent of ripe grapes, balanced with fruity layers of apricot and peach.
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Premium Whole Leaf: A Golden Orange Pekoe grade, featuring carefully hand-picked whole leaves with golden tips, a hallmark of superior quality.
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Full Bodied and Smooth: Offers a rich amber-gold liquor that is full-bodied and exceptionally smooth, with a naturally sweet and refreshing finish.
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A Kolkata Favourite: Deeply rooted in Kolkata's vibrant "cha" culture, it is a go-to choice for those who appreciate authentic, orthodox loose-leaf tea.
Tasting Notes & Sensory Profile
Located halfway between Darjeeling and Kalimpong, the Lopchu estate is a cornerstone of West Bengal's esteemed tea tradition.
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Dry Leaves: Beautifully well-twisted whole leaves, distinguished by the presence of golden flecks or "tips," indicating high-grade quality.
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Liquor & Appearance: When brewed, it produces a bright, clear, and rich amber-gold liquor that is visually stunning.
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Aroma: A captivating aroma defined by its famous muscatel notes, with inviting floral undertones and a subtle, unique smokiness.
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Flavour Profile: A smooth, full-bodied palate with dominant notes of ripe fruit like apricot and peach. The experience is rounded out by unique woody undertones and a naturally sweet finish, making it perfect for daily enjoyment.
Temi Tea: Original Sikkim Tea
Experience the exclusive taste of Temi Sikkim Tea, a premium black tea from the one and only tea estate in the state of Sikkim. Cultivated in the pristine Himalayan landscape, this single-estate tea offers a flavour profile that is uniquely its own—distinct from Darjeeling and Assam. Celebrated by tea lovers in Kolkata and beyond, Temi Tea is the authentic expression of Sikkim's high-altitude terroir.
