Nilgiri Glendale Winter Frost Twirl Black

Nilgiri Glendale Winter Frost Twirl Black

An elegant Nilgiri winter frost harvest, brimming with delicate florals and luscious honeyed sweetness, a seasonal treasure that finishes with a crisp wintergreen snap.

Pack Size:

50g/1.76oz

50g/1.76oz

SAVE 5%

150g/5.29oz

SAVE 9%

250g/8.81oz

SAVE 12%

500g/17.6oz

Variant

Story

High atop the mist-shrouded peaks of the Nilgiris, Glendale Tea Estate sits at a breathtaking 5000 - 6,500 feet, where the air is as crisp as the teas it produces. This rare Winter Frost harvest is a fleeting gift of the cold - a natural alchemy where freezing temperatures transform tender shoots into a rare gem of unparalleled aromatic depth.

Glendale’s craftsmanship turns this seasonal phenomenon into a sensory masterpiece: an elegant infusion that balances delicate florals with the lush sweetness of stone-fruits. The experience is anchored by a sharp, invigorating wintergreen finish, offering a cup that is as luminous and pristine as the Blue Mountains themselves.

Why Premium Pricing?

Excellence is never accidental. It’s crafted with care.

We could take shortcuts.
But then, your Winter Frost Black Tea would not be:

- Grown at 5,000–6,500
- Harvested in the coldest winter
- Frost-laden for heightened aromatics
- Finely plucked for vibrant flavors
- Crafted in small, exclusive batches
- Delivered garden-fresh to your cup

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 - 99 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

12th-13th Mar'26

Arrived at Teabox

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

14th Mar'26

Sorted & Cleaned

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

14th Mar'26

Vacuum Packed

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

14th Mar'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

14th Mar'26

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

16th Mar'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

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 (CR-6017)

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

3572

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

Ethereal notes of elderflower layered with bright citrusy & winter green accents

Appearance

Light Orange

Taste

A light-bodied, mellow cup which opens with a complex, clover-honey sweetness and lingers throughout. Aromatic white orchids, reminiscent of fresh spring blooms, weave into soft white peach and a delicate hint of preserved citrus, creating a vibrant and sophisticated harmony.

Traces of crisp wintergreens add seasonal depth, balanced by a bright, lifting energy that enhances the cup’s overall clarity. The finish is smooth yet refreshing, leaving behind a lingering impression of sun-drenched stone fruits and a clean, invigorating aftertaste - an ode to the rare charm of winter harvest in the Nilgiris.

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Where is Nilgiris located?

The Nilgiris, or Blue Mountains, are situated in Tamil Nadu in Southern India, with ranges extending into parts of Karnataka and Kerala. Part of the Western Ghats, the region is renowned for its cool climate, rolling hills, and world-class tea estates.

What is the elevation of tea estates in Nilgiris?

Tea estates in the Nilgiris typically range from 1,000 to 2,500 meters (3,280–8,200 feet) above sea level. These high-altitude conditions encourage slower leaf growth, resulting in teas with heightened aroma and clarity.

What is Winter Frost tea?

Winter Frost Tea is a rare seasonal harvest from the Nilgiris, plucked during peak winter. The cold temperatures naturally slow leaf growth, enhancing aromatic intensity, bright fruit character, and a smooth, refined texture.

How is Winter Frost Tea different from regular Nilgiri teas?

Unlike regular harvests, Winter Frost Tea is produced in limited quantities during the coldest months. The slower growth under frost conditions develops greater aromatic lift, enhanced sweetness, and layered complexity.

Does this tea contain caffeine?

Yes. As a tea derived from Camellia sinensis, it naturally contains caffeine. The caffeine level varies depending on leaf grade, processing, and steeping time.

Can I cold brew this tea?

Cold brewing is possible; however, hot steeping best reveals the tea’s full aromatic depth and nuanced character.

How should I store this tea?

Store in an airtight, opaque container away from light, heat, and moisture. If refrigerating, ensure the tea is well sealed to prevent moisture or odor absorption.

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