This tea is an inexpensive but very flavorful alternative to second flush muscatel Darjeelings and Himalayan teas. It has the flavor profile of a rich muscatel type tea without the cost.
Sikkim Temi Estate TGBOP- Upton Teas
Black Tea by Upton Tea Imports
This fine, broken-leaf selection produces a flavorful cup. A brief 1 minute infusion yields a cup with a decidedly muscatel character and ripe apple hints. A longer 2-3 minute infusion produces a cup with a more assertive astringency which lends itself to the addition of milk.
