Darjeeling Spring Chinary Black

Drawn from Darjeeling’s heritage Chinary bushes, this spring blend offers a brisk, green cup with soft melon notes, gentle fruity sweetness, and a smooth nutty finish.

Pack Size:

100g/3.5oz

100g/3.5oz

SAVE 5%

300g/10.5oz

SAVE 9%

500g/17.6oz

SAVE 12%

1Kg/35.2oz

Variant

Story

Drawn from Darjeeling’s storied high-elevation gardens, this signature in-house blend is a tribute to the enduring charm of Chinary black teas. Over 200 spring batches were meticulously tasted before only a select few heritage lots, prized for their briskness and clarity, were chosen for this blend.

Plucked between 4000 and 5500 ft during the earliest days of the season, the tea captures the vivid green freshness and lively character of the first flush. Guided by terroir, elevation, and the leaf’s natural texture, our blenders have crafted a cup that feels both classic and refreshingly expressive.

Marked by silvery buds and bright green leaf cuts, the infusion opens with fresh vegetal notes and dewy spring greens, unfolding into hints of soft melon, dry fruit, and gentle nuttiness. The finish is smooth, crisp, and lingering, a vibrant reflection of Darjeeling’s timeless spring character.

Why Premium Pricing?

Classic teas aren’t assembled—they’re composed.
We could have settled for ordinary.

But then, your Spring Chinary Black Tea wouldn’t be:

- Selected after tasting over 200 spring lots
- Made from just 4–5 rare, standout batches
- Sourced from 4000–5500 ft elevation
- A testament to the vibrancy of Spring
- Delivered garden-fresh to your cup

With Teabox, every cup is a thoughtful composition—
an ode to legacy, elevation, and the soulful simplicity of Chinary tea.

Shipping

Your order undergoes 1 day of processing, and we provide a tracking link once it has shipped. Delivery times vary based on the chosen shipping option:

Express: 5-8 days
Standard: 12-18 days

Since we ship fresh teas from the Himalayan foothills in India that normally cover 10,000+ miles via air, to qualify for free Express shipping, order value thresholds are as follows for these countries.

Australia - 74 AUD
Canada - 64 CAD
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 52 SGD
South Korea - 59347 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 148 AED
United Kingdom - 30 GBP
USA - 39 USD

For EU countries, please note that we collect nominal duties and taxes up front (on the checkout), and the price you pay is the landed cost/door-delivery cost. You would not have to pay anything extra.

For other countries, unless specified otherwise at checkout, our terms of trade are 'DAP' (Delivered at Place without payment of duty and taxes of the destination country). Under DAP, the buyer is responsible for paying for the goods, import clearance inspection, import formalities, destination duties and taxes, and providing a complete address with correct contact details. Teabox is responsible for providing the goods with the necessary documentation, arranging pickup, carriage, and door delivery, and handling origin customs formalities.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

15th-16th May'26

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

18th May'26

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

18th May'26

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

18th May'26

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

18th May'26

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

19th May'26

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

First Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

SFTGFOP1

Refers to Special Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: Simply the best & finest in whole leaf quality

Grade

Chinary

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

Medium

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

100% Pure & Fresh Darjeeling Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Darjeeling CTM License No.- DJ/489/13032015/TE

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

DARJEELING CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

With the rise of adulterated Darjeeling teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Darjeeling teas, sourced fresh from the gardens, are sold with a Certified Trademark license.

How To Steep

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150 ml

185°-194°F/ 85°C-90°C

2Tsp/2g/
0.07oz

5
mins

Steep
Once

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Vegetal and brisk with notes of ripe melon, dry fruit, and soft nutty undertones.

Appearance

Gold

Taste

A brisk, medium-bodied cup that opens with fresh green notes and lively vegetal brightness, unfolding into soft layers of melon and delicate dry-fruit sweetness.

Gentle nutty undertones add warmth and texture to the infusion, while subtle hints of dewy greens and mellow fruit carry through to a smooth, lingering finish. Elegant and refreshing, it captures the timeless character of a classic Spring Chinary black tea.

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What is Spring Chinary Black Tea?

Spring Chinary Black Tea is crafted from the Camellia sinensis var. sinensis plant, commonly known as the Chinary tea bush. After a winter dormancy from December to February, the young spring leaves—rich in sap—are harvested between March and May, giving the tea its signature freshness and layered complexity.

Why does this tea not have an estate name to it?

This isn’t a single-origin tea but a carefully crafted blend of select teas from 4–5 Darjeeling estates. Our master tasters blend with precision to achieve a balanced, signature profile — offering a cup that reflects the region’s character in a distinctive way.

How does this tea differ from other Darjeeling black teas?

This tea is crafted from heritage Chinary bushes, offering a distinctly fresh and lively cup with delicate floral and fruity notes. Its spring harvest ensures a bright, crisp character that sets it apart from later seasonal flushes.

What makes spring flush teas special?

Spring flush teas are the first harvest after the plant's winter dormancy, making them highly prized for their freshness, complexity, and delicate flavors. The tender leaves are rich in natural sap, resulting in a refined and aromatic cup.

How should I store this tea?

1. Keep in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
2. Store in a cool, dark place, away from heat and sunlight.
3. Avoid strong odors to preserve its delicate aroma.

Does this tea contain caffeine?

Yes, this tea contains moderate levels of caffeine—offering a gentle energy boost without overwhelming stimulation.

Are these teas sustainably sourced?

Yes! At Teabox, we are committed to sourcing teas from renowned estates that uphold ethical and sustainable practices. Our teas come from gardens that prioritize environmental responsibility and fair labor practices, ensuring both quality and social impact.

By choosing Teabox, you support a tea culture rooted in sustainability and care—for the land, the people, and your cup.

Frequently Purchased

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Excellent aroma and taste

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Darjeeling Spring Chinary Black

The Aroma is very soothing and quality of the tea is Excellent. Really enjoyed a lot.

Excellent mix and fresh aroma

I bought this tea as an alternative to my regular one. I found it so good that I may make it my regular tea. Fresh aroma of spring tea, nice light tea with no after taste.

Great anytime tea

It has a great aroma. I can drink it any time of the day. Prefer to drink it without milk.

Lovely fresh tea

I got this tea as free sample.
It has lovely fresh taste when you add sugar and lemon. I could sipp it several times in a day.

Darjeeling Spring Chinary Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

Certifications

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

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Frequently Purchased

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