Description
In the Kangra valley, north-west India, conditions are ideal for growing high-quality first flush tea. The tea plants here grow at a high altitude, where they benefit from a similar climate and harvesting seasons as those found in Darjeeling.
This highly fresh spring flush reveals camphor, almond and floral notes supported by a delicate silky texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Kangra, India
- Tea colour:
- Black Tea
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance: large leaves rolled
Liquor
Colour: golden
Texture: silky
Notes: fresh vegetal, camphor, almond, floral (fresh jasmine), fruity, herb (mint)
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 3’45 minutes in water heated to 185°F.
Also delicious iced:
Steep 8 g in 50 cL of water at room temperature 30 min. Remove the tea leaves and refrigerate.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.