Nilgiri Glendale Winter Frost Twirl Black

Nilgiri Glendale Winter Frost Twirl Black

An elegant Nilgiri winter frost tea, brimming with delicate florals, luscious melon sweetness, and a crisp, invigorating wintergreen finish.

Pack Size:

50g/1.76oz

50g/1.76oz

SAVE 5%

150g/5.29oz

SAVE 10%

250g/8.81oz

SAVE 12%

500g/17.6oz

Variant

Story

Perched high in the misty Nilgiri mountains, Glendale Tea Estate is renowned for crafting teas of exceptional character. Nestled at elevations of 5,000 to 6,500 feet, the estate harnesses the region’s crisp winter air to create its coveted Winter Frost teas. This rare seasonal harvest, shaped by nature’s touch and the estate’s expertise, yields a cup that embodies the pristine beauty of the Blue Mountains.

Glendale’s Winter Frost Black Tea is a rare gem, harvested during the coldest months when frost blankets the tender tea shoots. This natural phenomenon enhances its aromatic profile, weaving in enchanting floral and fruity notes with an invigorating essence of wintergreens. Each sip reflects Nilgiri’s untouched splendor and Glendale’s meticulous craftsmanship, making it a treasured indulgence for connoisseurs.

Why Premium Pricing?

Our prices are premium. We could reduce our prices.
But then, your Tea would not be:

-Ethically sourced from the best estates of India
-Stored in a dehumidified warehouse
-Vacuum-sealed to lock in freshness
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted at origin
-Delivered fresh in a week
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers

With Teabox you get the best for the cup & the community.🙏

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 - 115 AUD
Canada - 75 CAD
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 95 SGD
South Korea - 100,000 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 284 AED
United Kingdom - 44 GBP
USA - 55 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

3rd-4th Mar'25

Arrived at Teabox

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

5th Mar'25

Sorted & Cleaned

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

6th Mar'25

Vacuum Packed

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

6th Mar'25

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

6th Mar'25

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

7th Mar'25

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

Winter 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

Clonal

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

3289

Unique Reference Number for this Batch

Invoice

Medium

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

100% Pure & Fresh Nilgiri Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Nilgiri CTM License No.- NG/002/27042015/E

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

NILGIRI CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

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

How To Steep

Steep It Hot

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

Uplifting; marked by notes of aromatic white flowers along with bright citrusy & winter green accents

Appearance

Light Orange

Taste

A light-bodied, mellow cup which opens with a gentle sweetness and lingers throughout. Aromatic white florals, reminiscent of Asiatic lilies, weave into soft honeydew melon notes, creating a delicate harmony.

Hints of winter greens add depth, balanced by bright citrusy accents that lift the cup’s vibrancy.

The finish is smooth yet refreshing, leaving behind a lingering impression of stone fruits and a crisp, invigorating aftertaste—an ode to the charm of winter harvest in the Nilgiris.

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Where is Nilgiris located?

The Nilgiris, or Blue Mountains, are in Tamil Nadu, South India, spanning parts of Karnataka and Kerala. Known for their rolling hills, cool climate, and lush tea estates, they are a prized tea-growing region in the Western Ghats.

What is the elevation of tea estates in Nilgiris?

Nilgiri tea estates range from 1,000 to 2,500 meters (3,280 to 8,200 feet), offering the perfect high-altitude conditions for slow-grown, aromatic teas.

What is Winter Frost tea?

Winter Frost tea is a rare Nilgiri harvest, plucked in the peak of winter when cold temperatures slow leaf growth. This natural withering enhances the tea’s vibrant aroma, fruity-sweet notes, and silky-smooth texture—making it highly sought after by connoisseurs.

How is Winter Frost Tea different from regular Nilgiri teas?

Winter Frost Tea is a limited seasonal harvest—the colder temperatures slow leaf growth, intensifying its flavors. This results in a more vibrant aroma, pronounced sweetness, and refined complexity compared to regular Nilgiri teas.

Does this tea contain caffeine?

Yes, like all teas from the Camellia sinensis plant, Winter Frost Tea naturally contains caffeine. The levels may vary based on steeping time and processing techniques.

Can I cold brew this tea?

While possible, this tea shines best when hot steeped, allowing its delicate floral, fruity, and crisp notes to fully unfold.

How should I store this tea?

Store in an opaque, airtight container, away from light, heat, and moisture. If refrigerating, ensure it’s sealed to prevent odor absorption. Always use a clean, dry container to maintain freshness.

Frequently Purchased

A great winter tea

One of the best examples of a winter tea I have ever tried, a nice almost cinnamon note

Light flavor

This rea has a rollicking caffeine boost. I found the flavor too light for my taste, but if you like a light-bodied tea with a nice punch, try this.

I like darjeeling tea_ Himalayan wine

Himalayan wine has a very luxurious flavor.

nilgiri

Great, fresh tea. ‘Took longer than I hoped to get to me but good once it arrived.

Outstanding example of a winter frost tea

Outstanding example of a Nilgiri winter frost tea. Intensely aromatic with a fruity-floral characteristic - delightful note of black currant. On the palate, smooth and medium bodied with a hint of umami. Finishes with the wintergreen flavour unique to this type of tea.

Expensive delight

The tea is very good, tasty and fresh but not tannic. Not so keen on the price.

I wanted to let you know how much I am enjoying the Glendale Winter Frost Black. It does have subtle floral notes that remind me of spring. I have been experimenting with the amount I use and the tea is so complex I get wonderful variations on flavor. I honestly said "Oh my!" the first time I sipped this tea (lol-that does not happen often). One of the best black teas I have had. Thanks for finding it!

Good

The tea was consistently good like the first time I got it.

Hidden gem from down south

This tea is a real, rare dusky beauty from down south. There is so much of a distinct personality to this one: lovely aroma, beautiful dull greenish steeped leaves, a taste that tantalizes and surprises you at every note. It hits you gently like a well bodied green at the sip, sinks through your taste buds and leaves and evolving aftertaste which is a mix of floral, fruity, smoky and liquorish. The aroma evolves as the tea cools down with vegetal, floral and so much of fresh morning energy when hot; leading up to soothing, smoky when cool. Truly a Cleopatra of teas, a must try!!!

Fresh and light tea

I realy love this tea. It's fresh and light. You could sip it anytime of the day. Tea from Nilgiri never disappoint me.

Nilgiri Glendale Winter Frost Twirl Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

Certifications

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

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Frequently Purchased

Customer Reviews