Description
In the village of Fikkal, a small plantation called La Mandala produces some of the finest Grands Crus in Nepal. While growers call this tea an oolong, its production method is like nothing else. A truly rare tea!
This tea reveals fine almond and brioche notes, as well as a gentle lemon finish.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Ilam Valley, Nepal
- Tea colour:
- Oolong Tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: small twisted leaves
Colour: brown, silver
Notes: praline, lemon
Infusion
Notes: hazelnut, praline, floral, honey
Liqueur
Colour: copper
Texture: powdery
Flavour: sweet
Notes: praline, brioche, hazelnut, almond, floral, lemon
Suggestion of preparation
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 195°F.
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.