Red Tea (Black) Darjeeling Jungpana First Flush

Darjeeling Jungpana First Flush Red (Black) Tea is classified as FTGFOP 1(Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe), a classification given only to the most valuable teas, consisting of whole leaves and a generous amount of tips. The tea leaf is green and has a pleasant floral aroma. The liquor has a soft golden color, a sweet aftertaste, and a fresh aroma.This tea comes from the Kurseong Valley in Darjeeling district.

Place of origin

Kurseong Valley, Darjeeling District, India

Tasting – Sight and smell

Jungpana First Flush black tea FTGFOP1 has whole, small, delicately rolled leaves. They come in a beautiful melange of colors: light and army green, several shades of brown and a few silvery white buds. The infused leaves give off aromas of green wood, floral notes of geranium and a hint of lemongrass, with an almost balsamic sensation on the nose. The liquor in the cup is golden, transparent and bright.

Tasting Notes

WESTERN

The opening, with fresh notes between vegetal and young wood, brings to mind the thick of a mountain forest in summer. Flowery hints of hawthorn and citrusy, balsamic notes reminiscent of lemongrass and verbena are then perceived. The body of this Jungpana First Flush is light and smooth on the palate, with mild astringency and barely perceptible bitterness. The persistence is floral and offers a good fresh mouthfeel on the palate.

How to prepare

For a classic preparation according to the Western style of this tea, we recommend 2.5 grams of leaves (about 1 teaspoon) in a 200 ml cup with water at 85°C for an infusion time of 2½ minutes. The tea can be filtered for ease when tasting and also the infusion times given here above are meant to be purely indicative so you can also adjust according to your personal taste. It is recommended to be stored in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.