After a cold, chilly & dormant winter, comes the first flush Darjeeling teas, The first harvest which takes place during spring, New tender shoots appear on the tea shrubs with its delicate & fragile tea leav
es which do not need oxidation & are simply dried to make ready for consuming. The brew is characterized by a light translucent color & a mild floral astringent flavor that imparts a lively character to the tea. First, flush leaves are perfect for tea lovers who don’t like strong tea. A tea's life circle in Darjeeling in a year comprises of mainly four flushes. Each flush has a character of its own & it really depends on one's palate liking. Some like the first flush because it is light and bright, whereas some like the second flush because it is full-bodied and dark and some like autumn flush as it is bold but deeply fruity. Brewing is very simple, Just add 1tsp in a cup of 200 ml hot water(95℃) & steep for 3-4 minutes (or as required as per taste) Darjeeling tea is generally drunk without milk, sugar or lemon. This tea packed in a beautiful tin box makes the perfect gift for any tea Connoisseur.
