“Brisk and medium-high astringency. I would lean towards brewing 2 minutes. Reminds me very much of an Assam. Malty, strong, bold. Leaves appear like orthodox cut. This is my first experience with...” Read full tasting note
“After a very long day at work, I came home and unwound with several cups of this tea. It was my first South American tea, and after trying it, I can honestly say that I will be keeping my eye out...” Read full tasting note
“Thank you Alistair for letting me try this tea! This is a well done black. Think a balanced body that is not too thick or too light with a zesty orange finish. The malt of the body was closer to a...” Read full tasting note
A smooth, sweet tea with a zesty orange aroma and taste combined with a malty finish.
The producer have been working hard to upgrade their tea factory and this latest batch is testament to their hard work. The tea a significant improvement upon last year’s offering, combining the zesty orange aroma and taste typically found in high mountain Nepalese teas with the sweet maltiness of finely processed Assams.
From Colombia’s only tea garden, located at high elevation in the Bitaco township on the western slope of the Andean mountain range.
The producer Agricola Himalaya are firm believers in social responsibility and have left half of their farmland as forest in addition to numerous investments and programs to aid the community.
Tasting Notes:
- Smooth sweet taste
- Malt with citrus orange notes
Harvest: February 2017
Origin: Bitaco, La Cumbre, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Organic: Certified organic by EcoCert S.A.
Altitude: 1,800-2,050m
Sourced: Direct from the producer Agricola Himalaya
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 95°C/203°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 2-3 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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