Description
Based in the village of Nepaltar, Himalayan Shangri-La works with local communities to create outstanding teas. An organic tea developed just this year, Rainbow Delight is surprisingly aromatic.
A delicately sweet black tea with fruity, floral, vanilla and citrus notes.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Ilam, Nepal
- Tea colour:
- Black tea
Tasting notes
Feuille sèche
Appearance: small twisted leaves
Colour: green, silver, brown
Notes: vanilla, floral, lemon
Infusion
Notes: white fruits, floral
Liqueur
Colour: light gold
Texture: astringency touch
Flavour: sweet
Notes: white fruits, floral (white flowers, fresh rose), vanilla, lemon
Suggestion of preparation
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 185°F.
With the Gong Fu Cha: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
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.