“I liked every single Darjeeling I tried. This stands as a close to number one in terms of my favorites from that order. It has the dry florals you’d expect, but the flavor balance was unique for...” Read full tasting note
“What-Cha seems to have gone heavy on the first flush black teas from Gopaldhara this year, as this is the fourth one I have tried. In my opinion, there hasn’t been a bad tea in the bunch. This one...” Read full tasting note
After going through samples of all Gopaldhara’s First Flush teas, this was without a doubt the standout production. Produced from the best AV2 bushes on the highest parts of Gopaldhara’s estate, it has a smooth sweet lingering floral taste with citrus blossom notes.
Sourced direct from Gopaldhara tea estate in Darjeeling, located in Mirik Valley and one of the highest tea estates in Darjeeling with gardens totalling 320 hectares.
Tasting Notes:
- Floral aroma
- Smooth taste with citrus blossom notes
Harvest: First Flush, April 2017
Invoice: GPL RT-10
Grade: FTGFOP1
Altitude: 1,700-2,100m
Cultivar: Ambari Vegetative 2 (AV2)
Origin: Gopaldhara Tea Estate, Darjeeling, India
Sourced: Direct from the farmer Hrishikesh Saria
Percentage of price going back to the farmer: 30%+
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/194°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3-4 minutes
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