Halmari Special Assam Summer Black Tea

A classic brew of Assam black tea.

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Black Tea

Rs. 399

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Tea Tasting Experience

Description

This tea is a classic Assam, featuring tippy leaves with golden tips. It is medium bodied with a malty flavour that is accompanied with an aroma that is pronounced with notes of rose and nuts. The ends with a distinctly assam aftertaste.

LIQUOR

taste

The liquore is medium bodied, slightly brisk and rolls in your mouth giving aroma resembling roses and fresh nuts. The flavour is malty that slowly disappears, leaving a distinct assam after taste.

AROMA

The aroma had distincts features of red rose and fresh nuts.

APPEARANCE

Bright Copper Brown

dry leaves

The leaves are well graded with black and tippy leaves and a lot of golden tips. It bears resemblance of aroma of fresh cut grass accompanied with rosy hints.

Infused leaf

The leaves are evenly graded with coppery brown appearance that are features of a good assam black tea. There is a hint of rose and nuts.

Ingredients

Black Tea

add ons

SUGAR

MILK

LEMON

caffeine

Medium

complements

Fruits, Light Salads, Snacks, Biscuits, Tea Cakes

Brewing Notes

150 ml

Water
Quantity

90-95 °C

194-203 °F

Heating
temperature

2 g

0.07 oz

Tea leaves Quantity

4-5 min

240-300 sec

Steeping
Time

BEST CONSUMED

Hot

Cold

sku :

DS23

time of day :

Morning, Afternoon

disclaimer

To enjoy the best experience, Rinse the teapot with warm water to maintain the best temperature for the brew.
It is recommended to first clean the tea leaves of dust and particles by steeping it in slightly warm water for no more than 10 to 15 seconds, thereafter discarding the rinse water.

Region

Assam

Assam is in close one of the most biodiversity rich region with close to 507 million kg production of tea, making it the world’s largest tea growing region. Assam is known for producing both orthodox and CTC varieties of tea. The teas produced here are simply called Assam Tea. However, only the teas grown in the estates from Brahmaputra Valley are qualified to called Assam teas.

RAINFALL 2.500-3,000 mm

ELEVATION 45-60 meters

Halmari Tea Estate

Assam

Halmari is situated in the lush plains of upper Assam. It is one of the oldest tea estates of the region and is ranked among the best nine in the world. A sprawling 534 hectares of land, rich inh loamy soil. Since 1913, the Daga family has taken over the estate. It specializes in orthodox tea and their CTC is amongst the most sought after in the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I consume loose leaf tea?

Loose leaf teas are the best for consumption as one is able to brew the leaves properly while also enjoying maximum benefits from the tea leaves. When steeped, loose leaf tea gives the complex flavours of tea that one can enjoy only in good quality teas. Also tea leaves need adequate space to properly unfurl while brewing. So, for a flavourful and wholesome tea experience use loose leaf tea.
How to determine the water temperature is right while making my tea?

We recommend a certain temperature (80-85 C; 90-95 C) for the fresh o2 rich filtered water to be boiled at the time of brewing tea. This is only a guide and precision without thermometer is challenging. You can simply boil and see for yourself. Boiling water is at 100 C, if you leave it for 30 sec it should be around 90-95 C, if you leave it for 40-45 sec it should be around 85-90 C and 1 minute should leave water at around 80-85 C.
How to prepare black tea ?

Spoon measured quantity of tea in the tea maker/pot. Pour boiled water (150 ML) over the tea leaves. Steep for suggested time (2-3 minutes). Strain & sweeten as per choice. Pour it in a cup and enjoy the #PluckToCup experience.
How to store the tea?

We vacuum package our tea in high barrier aluminium pouches to ensure freshness of the teas. We recommend that you store tea in an airtight container in a cool, dry and odour free place. This keeps it away from air, light and surrounding odour. Thereby ensuring longer shelf life and quality experience of the tea.
Where is the tea from?

We sourced this tea directly from gardens in the best growing regions of India - Assam.
What is the shelf life of this tea?

Our teas can used from 36 months from the date of manufacturing. However, teas once opened have to be stored in airtight containers and should be kept away from moisture, light and odour.
What are the health benefits ?

This tea has antioxidant properties. It improves gut health, improves bone health, eliminates free radicals, improves brain activity.