Nepalese Himalayan

Nepal’s climate is ideal for growing tea.  This tiny, breathtakingly beautiful kingdom lies between 3000 and 7000 feet above sea level.  Its steep, well-drained, mineral-rich soils, pure unpolluted mountain air and water, and moist, cool climate favour the production of small quantities of high-quality tea.

Tea production in Nepal follows the traditional smallholding system – quite unlike the vast tea plantations of Africa.  On average, each the 8000 farmers who together make up the Himalayan Tea Producers Cooperative Limited farms a mere quarter of a hectare of land.  The cooperative has established a set of organic and fairtrade standards, and provides education about natural farming methods.

The result is tea with a superb bright, floral aroma and clear, refreshing quality with a distinct taste of autumn fruits.  Tippy and well-made, the TGFOP1 grade dry leaf is tan and gold.   This is a high-grown Nepalese tea, with a brisk and rounded flavour and a bright liquor.  A delicious taste of a magical mountain kingdom.

To brew place one tsp per person into a warmed pot (or Mug Infuser) and add freshly drawn boiling water.  Brew for 3 mins.  Best drunk without milk and sugar, though a little may be used if desired.