Seeyok

Seeyok – Black Tea

Origin: India – Darjeeling

Infusion Temperature: 80° Celsius

Infusion Time: 1-3 minutes

Serving Size: 3 g/200 ml

Darjeeling teas are renowned as the very first teas of the new annual harvest to arrive in Europe, offering a rare and fleeting opportunity to experience freshness that is pivotal to the tea’s quality and complex infusion profile. Among these exquisite teas, the Darjeeling Seeyok 2025 stands out as a truly exceptional black tea, celebrated for its delicate floral and citrus notes, occasionally reminiscent of orange blossoms. This nuanced flavor profile reflects the meticulous craftsmanship of Tea Master Gautam Mohan and his dedicated team at the Seeyok Tea Garden.

Despite being classified as a black tea, Seeyok exhibits a low oxidation level, evident in the greenish tint of its leaves. This careful processing enhances the tea’s delicate aromas while preserving its abundant antioxidant properties. Its complex bouquet offers an elegant balance between subtle floral hints and bright citrus accents, delivering a refined and refreshing experience with each sip.

This tea is remarkably versatile: it can be enjoyed both as a traditional hot infusion or prepared as a cold brew, revealing different facets of its vibrant character. Remarkably, the same leaves yield 3 to 4 infusions, each unfolding layers of flavor and aroma, demonstrating the superior quality of this harvest.

Nestled in the picturesque Mirik Valley, close to the Nepal border, the Seeyok Tea Garden was established in 1869. Since 1995, the Mohan family-the proud owners-has championed organic cultivation practices, continually selecting cultivars best suited to their unique terroir. Spanning 406 hectares in the shadow of the majestic Kanchenjunga, one of the most stunning peaks in Darjeeling, Seeyok remains the crown jewel of the Mohan family’s tea estates.

The garden’s exceptional elevation range of 1,100 to 1,800 meters, combined with its rich soil and cool climate, creates the ideal conditions for producing teas with complexity, clarity, and remarkable freshness that set Darjeeling apart from all other tea regions worldwide.

Darjeeling teas are truly unparalleled, with no other terroir or cultivar capable of replicating their intricate bouquets. The Seeyok black tea is a testament to this uniqueness and an essential experience for tea enthusiasts seeking the finest expression of the Darjeeling harvest.