Darjeeling Tea - Where Does It Come From?Darjeeling tea is one of the most expensive teas in the world. Less than 100 tea estates exist in the Darjeeling hills, and they are responsible for growing the world's supply of Darjeeling loose tea. True Darjeeling variety tea grows in the eastern portion of India in the Darjeeling hills, located in the state of West Bengal.
If you truly want an adventurous vacation, I cannot recommend anywhere better than a trip to Darjeeling. Please visit Sudesh Rai's website about Darjeeling - words cannot express the beauty of this place. His site is under construction, but the photographs alone will show you why Darjeeling tea is so good! Note the location of Darjeeling, with Nepal to the West. As with any tea, it is up to you to experiment with different types before you find one that suits your taste best. I can highly recommend Adagio Teas Ooooh Darjeeling for starters, and the nice thing about Adagio Teas is you can order samples of most teas for a mere $5. This is their description: "A rare first flush oolong tea from the Darjeeling region of India. While it is fairly uncommon for an Indian garden to produce anything other than black tea, the growers at the Gopaldhara estate have produced this exquisite exception. Steeped in a quality that rivals its Taiwanese and Chinese competitors, our Ooooh Darjeeling is sure to produce both 'ooohs' and 'aaahs.' It scores a very healthy 90 on their popularity chart!
How Do I Brew Darjeeling Tea Properly?Purchase tea that carries the Darjeeling logo. It is the property of the Tea Board of India and certifies that the tea is 100% natural Darjeeling and not a blend. The logo shows a profile view of a man holding up a tea leaf with the words "Darjeeling" printed.Boil clean, filtered water in a tea kettle or pot for about one minute continuously. Measure out the tea leaves while the water comes to a boil. Use about 1 teaspoon of tea leaves per cup. You can use tea nets, balls, infusers, or simply place the leaves in the cup and pour off when brewed. I always use a pot and loose leaves and a strainer. Pour boiling water over tea leaves, and allow to brew for two to five minutes. In two minutes, the tea is fully brewed for flavor and caffeine extraction. After two minutes, the leaves start to produce tannin, which gives the tea a stronger taste. Experiment with different brewing times until you reach a flavor that suits you. I personally prefer strong black tea, if it is too strong - you can always add a little extra hot water. Add sugar, sweetener, lemon, honey or milk to taste. Back from Darjeeling Tea to Afternoon Teas Please Home Home | About | Contact | Disclaimer | Privacy Policy This site is for information only.
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