Darjeeling Giddapahar Summer Muscatel Black

A delightful cup with notes of stone-fruits and nutty-woody richness.

Type: Loose leaf
Size: 1 Pack

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
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Picked & Processed
3rd-4th July'23
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Arrived at Teabox Submit
Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them
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Sorted & Cleaned Submit
We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust
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Vacuum Packed Submit
We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)
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Stored Submit
Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved
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Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days
6th July'23

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
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Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins
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Summer Flush Submit
The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year
Season
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SFTGFOP1 Submit
Refers to Special Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: Simply the best & finest in whole leaf quality
Grade
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Muscatel Submit
Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant
Speciality
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EX-57 Submit
Unique Reference Number for this Batch
Invoice
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Medium Submit
The amount of Caffeine this tea contains
Caffeine

We Are Certified And Licensed

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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
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TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE
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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

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Step 1
Start by heating water in a kettle
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Step 2
Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.
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Step 3
Pour the hot water over the leaves
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Step 4
Let it steep for the recommended duration
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Step 5
Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.
Steeping Method
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5.07fl oz/
150 ml
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185°-194°F/
85°C-90°C
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2Tsp/2.5g/
0.09oz
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5
mins
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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
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Aroma
Marked by notes of stone-fruits, hint of nuts and oaky undercurrents.
Appearance
Dark Amber
Taste
A well-balanced, vibrant cup which starts with a satisfying medium body, generously embracing your palate. The journey commences with a refreshing burst of stone-fruits, reminiscent of the delightful essence of apricot.

As you savor the brew, it gracefully transforms, unveiling a captivating harmony of nutty and earthy undertones akin to hazelnut. Initially, a gentle astringency plays along the edges, but it gradually gives way to a smooth-oaky finish, leaving behind a gentle musky touch that lingers like a fond memory.

Let this tea enchant your senses and create a truly unforgettable encounter with the alluring flavors of Muscatels this season.
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Customer Reviews

Based on 22 reviews
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Nalini (Princeton Junction, US)
Pleasantly surprised!!

I followed your directions- put 1.5!.tsp and not two. I steeped it for 3 min - not five. It came out really good without the bitterness

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Kim
Tops my list and my lips!

This is truly my favorite tea! I have at least 6 cups a day. It is flavorful and robust. I enjoy it with a little sweetener, although it is also delicious alone.

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Holger
Delicious

Woody and nutty with stone fruit finish - I love this tea.

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Lynn
Every single cup

Every single cup

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michael
My favourite Muscatel, consistent...

My favourite Muscatel, consistent quality

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Hand
unwinding

unwinding

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Howard
Great fresh flavor

This is one of the best muscatel-style teas I've had! It had a bright fresh flavor. I've even made iced tea with it and it was great

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Waliul
Exquisite tea tried in India and got more in the UK.

I was in Darjeeling in December 2021 and when buying tea as gifts for friends and relatives, I happened to be introduced to the 2nd flush of Giddhapahar tea leaves by the salesgirl. When I travelled back to Kolkata and brewed my first cup of tea I had a mind-blowing experience. It was the best Darjeeling I had tasted! Unfortunately I had only bought 100g of the tea leaves which soon ran out just before i returned to the UK. I searched the net to see if I could get hold of these tea leaves in the UK and chanced upon the Teabox website. The delivery was prompt and quick and I have been relishing this tea everyday since then. I am going to be a long term customer of Teabox and will try their recommended teas in the future.

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Deno
Terrific tea company

I use your Darjeeling tea exclusively. I keep track of the ones I purchase & rate them for my personal taste. Each time I order, I get one I’m family with that I’ve liked - and a new one. So far, I have tried 26. I love your teas!

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Lynn
Lovely fresh wine like...

Lovely fresh wine like flavor