Assam Mangalam Gold Summer Black

Delight in the golden-tipped elegance of this Summer black tea from Mangalam tea estate. Robust, rich, malty and beautifully balanced for a perfect cup. An excellent tea to enjoy with or without milk!

Pack Size:

100g/3.5oz

100g/3.5oz

300g/10.5oz

500g/17.6oz

1Kg/35.2oz

Variant

Story

Established in 1973, Mangalam Tea Estate is nestled in the heart of Upper Assam's Sibsagar district, spanning 118 hectares. This estate is a pioneer in modern tea cultivation techniques, utilizing innovative planting methods and exclusively employing 100% clonal varietals. With its unique bush plantation featuring dense spacing of 18 inches and a plucking patch of 2.6 feet, Mangalam supports an impressive 42,480 plants per hectare. This meticulous approach has positioned Mangalam as a beacon of excellence in the Assam tea industry, renowned for its radiant golden tips and exceptional flavor profiles in both Assam Orthodox and CTC teas.

The estate's slightly higher elevation compared to other Assam tea gardens in the district, contributes to its unique terroir, enriching the tea's depth and character. Mangalam's layout is thoughtfully designed for operational efficiency, with one-acre plots surrounded by wide footpaths and motorable roads, ensuring easy supervision and maintenance.

Embracing sustainable practices, Mangalam Tea Estate not only produces teas of outstanding quality but also ensures an eco-friendly production process, preserving the environment and the integrity of the tea. This dedication to innovation and quality has made Mangalam tea estate a distinguished and cherished name in the world of Assam tea.

Why Premium Pricing?

Our prices are premium in comparison to other tea brands.

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

-Sourced 100% Ethically
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted.
-Stored in India's first cold storage.
-Moisture/light/oxygen protected
-100% Transparent in Origin details
-Delivered within a week.
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers.
-That fresh.

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 - 80 AUD
Denmark - 330 DKK
Canada - 66 CAD
France - 45 EUR
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 64 SGD
South Korea - 67,000 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 175 AED
United Kingdom - 37 GBP
USA - 47 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 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

2nd-3rd July'24

Arrived at Teabox

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

5th July'24

Sorted & Cleaned

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

6th July'24

Vacuum Packed

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

6th July'24

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 July'24

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

8th July'24

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

Second Flush

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

Season

FTGFOP1

Refers to Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: A superior, whole leaf grade of tea, renowned for its exquisite quality

Grade

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

OR-400

Unique Reference Number for this Batch

Invoice

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

100% Pure & Fresh Assam Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Assam CTM License No.- AS/116/18032015/E

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

ASSAM CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

With the rise of adulterated Assam teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Assam 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

High
Caffeine

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

Marked by notes of malt, date palm and subtle caramelized accents

Appearance

Dark Amber

Taste

Amidst the lush landscapes of Assam's Sibsagar district lies the Mangalam tea estate, sprawling across 118 hectares and embodying the essence of tea craftsmanship. This season's harvest brings forth a medium-bodied cup which feels quite robust and brisk on the palate.

Each sip unveils a symphony of flavors: a lively maltiness greets the palate, accompanied by delightful notes of date palm and the sweetness of yellow raisins. Subtle hints of cocoa interlace with stone-fruity undertones along the way, culminating in a spicy finish that lingers, a testament to this tea's rich heritage. A must try this season!

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Where is Assam located?

Assam, in northeastern India, features a vast river valley nourished by the Brahmaputra. Its fertile plains support thriving tea gardens, while the southern region benefits from the Himalayas' protection, creating ideal conditions for tea cultivation.

Shaped by the mountains, the flood plains enhance fertility. Assam's diverse landscapes make it a global biodiversity hotspot.

What is the time-period of Summer manufacture in Assam?

In Assam, the Summer tea manufacturing period typically spans from early-June to mid-July. This period corresponds to the second flush, a significant harvesting season in Assam.

The warm and humid weather during these months is conducive to the rapid growth of tea plants, resulting in the production of high-quality leaves.

The second flush teas are known for their distinctive flavor characteristics, often described as malty, bold, and full-bodied.

How would you describe the flavor profile of Assam teas?

Assam teas are renowned for their robust and distinctive flavor profile, shaped by the region's tropical climate characterized by intense heat, humidity, and abundant rainfall.

The resulting processed leaves yield a characteristically strong, full-bodied, and malty tea, reminiscent of the maltiness found in a good beer.

What do you mean by Golden Tips in Assam teas?

Golden Tips in Assam teas are characterized by the presence of delicate, golden-colored buds or tips, often showcasing a visual elegance.

These young, unopened leaf buds are covered with fine, downy hairs, contributing to their prized quality.

The preservation of these expensive buds adds complexity and a creamy, full-bodied texture to the tea, making Golden Tip Assams highly sought after by discerning tea enthusiasts.

What are the major tea growing areas in Assam from where you source teas?

Assam boasts several prominent tea-growing areas, each contributing to the distinctive character of Assam teas.

Golaghat, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Sibsagar, and Cachar are key regions renowned for top-quality tea estates in the region.

What is the recommended steeping method for this tea ?

1. Begin by heating water to around 185°F-194°F (85°C-90°C).
2. Place 2 teaspoons of tea leaves in a teapot or infuser.
3. Pour the hot water over the leaves
4. Let them steep for 4-5 minutes.
5. Strain and enjoy sipping.

Experimenting with steeping times will reveal different nuances in the tea, offering a personalized and enjoyable tasting experience.

What is the caffeine level in Assam teas ?

Assam teas are known for their relatively high caffeine content.

On average, a cup of Assam tea contains approximately 40 to 70 milligrams of caffeine per 6-ounce (180-milliliter) serving. However, the exact caffeine content can vary based on factors such as the specific type of Assam tea (CTC, orthodox, green, etc.), the tea leaf grade, and the steeping parameters such as steeping time and water temperature.

The robust and bold nature of Assam teas, particularly the black varieties, contributes to their higher caffeine levels compared to some other tea types.

Frequently Purchased

Outstanding Assam

Fragrant aroma and lovely malty flavor like the best Assam has! Delicious!

Very good tea!!!

Very good tea!!!

Good assam. Good taste

Good assam. Good taste

Initial Order

Excellent quality tea leaves. Well packaged, speedy delivery.
Will definitely buy again.

Great service

Wonderful tea, great clear prompt communication and prompt delivery from halfway round the world

tea with fresh floral aroma

I have now tried several of the Teabox black teas that are vacuum packed and I'm impressed how they have a fresh floral aroma. Years ago I visited a tea plantation in the Himalayan foothills and I remember how much I liked the aroma of fresh tea. The Teabox teas bring that experience back to me.

A cut above the rest. Best tea by miles

Couldn’t be more happy. I literally get excited boiling the kettle!

Favorite Assam

This is my favorite Assam tea. It has a fruity flavor and is full bodied and can be made strong without becoming tannic.

In my opinion, he...

In my opinion, he is inferior to Halmari and Doomni. And the price is too high, but overall a good soft assam without pronounced astringency.

Smooth and elegant!

Smooth and elegant!

Assam Mangalam Gold Summer 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