Darjeeling Whole Leaf Black Tea – Pack of 2, 200g | CUP'O

Two 100 g pouches of CUP'O Darjeeling Whole Leaf Black Tea, 200 g in total. Whole leaf black tea brews slower and deeper than the broken leaf in most tea bags, and Darjeeling black carries the muscatel note the region is known for. It works as a plain afternoon cup and as the base for a lightly spiced morning chai.

Key Features

• Muscatel character with floral and fruity undertones
• Whole leaf, not the dust and fannings used in most tea bags
• Two sealed 100 g pouches, 200 g in total
• Single-origin Darjeeling from high-altitude gardens
• No artificial additives or preservatives

How to Brew

Use a heaped teaspoon per cup with freshly boiled water, just off the boil, and steep three to four minutes. Drink it plain to taste the muscatel, or add a dash of milk if you prefer. For chai, brew it strong before adding milk and spices so the tea is not lost.

Product Details

• Net quantity: 2 x 100 g, 200 g total
• Type: whole leaf black tea
• Origin: Darjeeling, India
• Storage: airtight, away from light and strong-smelling foods

Good to Know

• Whole leaf takes longer to release than dust tea, so do not judge the strength at one minute
• Darjeeling black is lighter bodied than Assam; if you want a heavy chai base, brew it stronger
• Cup colour and aroma differ between first and second flush harvests

FAQs

Is this strong enough for chai?

Yes, if you use a heaped measure and boil the leaf properly. Darjeeling gives a more aromatic, less heavy chai than a CTC tea.

What does muscatel actually taste like?

A grape-like, slightly winey sweetness that sits behind the brisk black tea flavour. It is the signature of Darjeeling black.

How many cups from 200 g?

Around 80 to 90 cups, depending on how heavily you measure.

Can I re-steep the leaves?

A second steep works, though it is noticeably lighter. Extend the time by a minute to compensate.

Country of Origin: India Sold by: Cupo Fulfilled by: EarthBased