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Black Tea by DarjeelingTeaXpress
Castleton is a grand marque among the many fine gardens of Darjeeling. Planted about 125 years ago just south of the District town of Kurseong, this small, high-quality estate is reputed to be 100% China jat bushes. The tremendous care taken by Castleton during tea culture, plucking and manufacture results in teas known consistently for their lovely muscatel aroma and flavor.
Detail
Origin: 2011 Darjeeling
Tea Estate: Castleton DJ434
Colour: Black
Grade: FTGFOP1 China Special
Flush: Autumn
Type: Single Estate
Length of Infusion: 3-5 mins
Water Temperature: 90-100 CDry Leaves
Aspect:: Large, lightly-twisted
Colours: Golden-brown with reddish highlights
Scents: Fruity, greenishBrewed Leaves (Infusion)
Colours: Greenish-brown
Scent: Apricot-peach, citrus and mintLiquor
Colours: Light-Medium amber with an apricot hue
Flavour: Muscatel, flowers; rich, round
Aromas: Flowery-muscatel wine
This tea is more floral than anything, with a slight fruity scent and taste.
The black tea flavor can be quite rich and full as well, which compliments the floral flavors.
This seems like a perfect after dinner tea, as it is dark and deep and rich for an evening delight.
