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Each 1.06 oz Tin contains approximately 10-12 servings. Depending on steeping method, each serving can yield 2-3 cups, for a total of 20-30 cups per tin.
Kurseong Valley, Darjeeling
First Flush, March
1500 ft
Japanese Yabukita cultivar
Whole leaf green tea
This first flush loose leaf green tea from Kurseong Valley in Darjeeling is an exceptional quality green tea made in small artisanal batches. We chose Darjeeling green tea leaves because of their delectable umami taste. It is very soothing, with lovely buttery, vegetal, and nutty flavors reminiscent of spinach, green beans, and edamame, with an earthy undertone of pine wood.
The Emerald Green Tea is a loose leaf tea composed of two leaves or a single leaf, and a bud. After careful hand plucking, the tea leaves are allowed to rest to develop rich flavors, and then this is followed by steaming, drying, and lightly rolling the tea. This well-thought-out and tedious manufacturing process gives one of the finest Indian Darjeeling green teas that we have enjoyed.
The Emerald Green Tea blend, is made during the spring season from special Japanese bushes. The bushes are covered in natural shade, which helps pull theanine and other amino acids from the soil into the young tender leaves. The buds, thereby developing the marvelous umami taste. L-theanine is an amino acid analogue that decreases anxiety, stress and helps create a “focused calm” in conjunction with the caffeine present in tea. Like all green teas, the Darjeeling green tea leaves undergo fixation after plucking to prevent oxidation of the catechin polyphenols into flavin polyphenols. Therefore, this Emerald tea has high levels of the polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a natural antioxidant.
Low
Number of infusions per 2.5 g: 3
2.5 gms of tea (use a digital scale)
120-150 ml (4-5 fl-oz) or 1/2 - 2/3rd cup of water at 80°C - 85°C (or 175°F - 185°F)
This Emerald Green tea works great for the gongfu style as it helps coax out all the subtle flavors.
We recommend 5 gm of tea
100 ml water (approximate 10-20 ml of water per 1 gm of tea) at 85°C - 90°C (or 185°F - 195°F).
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Origin
Your Darjeeling green tea is sourced from Kurseong, a small town noted for its secluded charm, situated in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India. Kurseong means the ‘Land of White Orchids’ since white orchids grow in abundance in this area. The town is full of beautiful tea gardens, forests, and lush greenery with magnificent views of Mt.Kanchenjunga and the Teesta River. Located at an altitude of 4864 ft, Kurseong enjoys a milder and healthy climate throughout the year. Buy H&K classic Darjeeling green tea online and feel the bliss in every sip.
Embrace the goodness of Darjeeling Green Tea, known for its numerous health benefits. Rich in polyphenols, it fights inflammation and chronic diseases. This tea enhances blood flow, reducing the risk of heart attacks or strokes. With antioxidant properties, it aids in overall well-being. Explore the refreshing taste of Darjeeling Green Tea while promoting a healthier lifestyle.
Read more about Why Darjeeling Tea is called the ‘Champagne of Teas’
Meet
Red pandas dwell in the Eastern Himalayan region of India and also in China. They are skillful acrobats that are arboreal. They are mostly herbivorous and their name comes from a Nepali word “ponya” which means one who eats bamboo. Red pandas are endangered and there are about 10,000 animals left, of which over 50% live in India.
Darjeeling is in the foothills of the Himalayas and so on high altitude. With cloud cover, mist and its own microclimate the green tea produced in Darjeeling is rich in theanine that gives a wonderful broth like texture and umami taste. Theanine also reduces acute stress and anxiety, thereby enhancing calm.
Yes you can drink Darjeeling green tea everyday. It’s rich in antioxidants, has amazing health benefits and excellent flavors.
An Emerald green tea latte is likely to have a creamier and milder taste compared to traditional Darjeeling green tea. The addition of milk in the latte can impart a smooth and slightly sweet flavor and the notes of the tea might take a backseat. Traditional Darjeeling green tea, when consumed without milk, tends to have a more pronounced vegetal flavor.
Darjeeling green teas are in high altitude and so difficult to pluck and process with a growing season of mine months with the best green teas being made in early to late spring and in some farms in the summer. Our teas are all artisanal that means made by hand and whole leafs teas, not broken teas.
We recommend storing the tea in an air tight tin in a cool dry place.
Darjeeling green tea typically contains less caffeine compared to Darjeeling black tea. On average, a cup of Darjeeling green tea may have around 20-30 milligrams of caffeine. As with any tea, factors such as steeping time and water temperature can affect the final caffeine content.
