Darjeeling Leopard's Valley Second Flush Black Tea

This rich liquoring infusion yields the classic 'muscatel' character with hints of almond or walnut and green apples depending on infusion time. The aroma has hints of peach, floral notes and caramelised sugar. All this and with a delightful honey finish. It is considered a 'sky' or celestial tea for good reason.

The second flush term refers to teas plucked during May to June in the gardens of Darjeeling. Each 'invoice' from the 90 or so gardens is unique and amounts to approximately just 90kgs. The best of these teas are picked during a short period in late June and early July, when the famous 'muscatel' character is truly in evidence. It is variously described as reminiscent of muscatel grapes, a fragrance like a rose garden in bloom or the sweet scent of peach skin and honey.