Royal Garden

Royal Garden – Black Tea

Origin: India – Darjeeling

Infusion Temperature: 80°-95° Celsius

Infusion Time: 2-3 minutes

Serving Size: 2-3 grams/200 ml

Brewing Recommendations: Infusion up to 2-3 times, with evolving aromatic profiles.

Royal Garden is a distinguished first flush Darjeeling blend, crafted from select lots sourced from some of the most esteemed tea gardens in the highlands of Darjeeling. Harvested between March and April, this blend represents the earliest and most delicate pickings of the season, making it one of the first premium teas to arrive on the global market each year.

Grown at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 meters, where spring temperatures remain cool and the mountain air crisp, these early buds and young leaves develop slowly, resulting in a tea that is light, aromatic, and complex. The high altitude terroir not only enhances the flavor profile but also supports pesticide-free cultivation, as the colder climate naturally limits pests making this tea a more sustainable and clean choice for discerning tea drinkers.

Royal Garden delivers a bright, golden infusion with the hallmark muscatel character that Darjeeling is famous for. The cup is graceful and uplifting, with delicate floral notes, fresh green undertones, and subtle hints of stone fruit and wild herbs. The texture is smooth and lightly brisk, with a clean, lingering finish that refreshes the palate and stimulates the senses.

Compared to more oxidized or robust black teas, this first flush blend is gentler and more nuanced, making it ideal for those who appreciate refined, spring harvested teas with floral finesse and a light body.

Rather than coming from a single estate, Royal Garden is a carefully curated blend of leaves from multiple high altitude gardens known for producing some of Darjeeling’s finest teas. The blending process ensures consistency, balance, and complexity-capturing the essence of the region’s prized first flush season while offering excellent value.

This tea is best enjoyed plain, to fully appreciate its delicate character, though a touch of lemon can enhance its brightness.

With its delicate profile, high mountain origin, whether you’re a seasoned tea enthusiast or new to Darjeeling, this blend offers a beautiful introduction to the world of fine spring teas elegant, fragrant, and refreshingly pure.