Darjeeling Special Spring White

Name: Darjeeling Special Spring White
Brand: Teabox
SKU: FG-L000028
Price: 17.74 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (27 reviews)

Indulge in the purity of Springtime in Darjeeling with our meticulously crafted white tea blend. Handpicked from the majestic hills, it offers a refreshing burst of fruity-floral notes, promising a sensory experience unlike any other.

Pack Size:

50g/1.76oz

SAVE 15%

$0.88/cup

50g/1.76oz

SAVE 20%

$0.83/cup

150g/5.29oz

SAVE 30%

$0.73/cup

250g/8.81oz

Variant

Story

Derived from a meticulous selection of the finest white teas sourced from Darjeeling's majestic hills, our master tasters carefully assessed over 150 exceptional batches this spring. Following rigorous evaluation, 4-5 specialty lots were meticulously selected to compose this extraordinary blend. Handpicked from elevations ranging between 4000 ft to 5500 ft above sea level, this tea encapsulates the essence of Darjeeling with unrivaled clarity, freshness, and aroma.

Considering a myriad of factors such as terroir, micro-climatic nuances, soil composition, and altitude, we have crafted this vibrant white tea. Characterized by majestic silvery-hued buds and a delicate green texture, it boasts a multi-layered profile featuring fruity-floral and soft-earthy accents. This offering stands as a magnificent representation of Darjeeling's spring teas, renowned for their brisk and lively flavors.

Why Premium Pricing?

Our prices are premium in comparison to other tea brands.

We could reduce our prices.
But then, your Tea would not be:

-Sourced 100% Ethically
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted.
-Stored in India's first cold storage.
-Moisture/light/oxygen protected
-100% Transparent in Origin details
-Delivered within a week.
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers.
-That fresh.

With Teabox you get the best for the cup & the community.🙏

Shipping

Your order undergoes 1 day of processing, and we provide a tracking link once it has shipped. Delivery times vary based on the chosen shipping option:

Express: 5-8 days
Standard: 12-18 days

Since we ship fresh teas from the Himalayan foothills in India that normally cover 10,000+ miles via air, to qualify for free Express shipping, order value thresholds are as follows for these countries.

Australia - 115 AUD
Denmark - 490 DKK
Canada - 70 CAD
France - 75 EUR
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 66 SGD
South Korea - 100,000 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 229 AED
United Kingdom - 40 GBP
USA - 50 USD

For EU countries, please note that we collect nominal duties and taxes up front (on the checkout), and the price you pay is the landed cost/door-delivery cost. You would not have to pay anything extra.

For other countries, unless specified otherwise at checkout, our terms of trade are 'DAP' (Delivered at Place without payment of duty and taxes of the destination country). Under DAP, the buyer is responsible for paying for the goods, import clearance inspection, import formalities, destination duties and taxes, and providing a complete address with correct contact details. Teabox is responsible for providing the goods with necessary documentation, arranging pickup, carriage, and door delivery, and handling origin customs formalities.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

14th-15th May'24

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

16th May'24

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

17th May'24

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

17th May'24

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

17th May'24

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

18th May'24

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

First Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

SFTGFOP1

Refers to Special Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: Simply the best & finest in whole leaf quality

Grade

Clonal

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

Low

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

100% Pure & Fresh Darjeeling Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Darjeeling CTM License No.- DJ/489/13032015/TE

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

DARJEELING CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

With the rise of adulterated Darjeeling teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Darjeeling teas, sourced fresh from the gardens, are sold with a Certified Trademark license.

How To Steep

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150 ml

176°-185°F/
80°C-85°C

3Tsp/2.5g/
0.09oz

5
mins

Steep
Once

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Top notes of citrus blossom along with light vegetal and hints of unripe tree fruit

Appearance

Light Gold

Taste

Indulge in the timeless elegance of a first flush Darjeeling white tea. Its refreshing profile bursts with crispness and vitality. Experience a delightful journey of flavors, starting with the invigorating essence of raw tropical fruits, reminiscent of guava in its freshest form. As you sip, hints of cantaloupe interlaced with soft-green accents gently emerge, imparting a soothing touch to the brew.

Towards the finish, delicate floral undertones, evocative of white blossoms, grace your palate, leaving a rejuvenating sensation. A joy to savor this Spring!

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

What do you mean by 'White' tea ?

White tea refers to a type of tea, which is the least processed among the various tea types.

Spring White teas are made from the young buds and leaves of the tea plant, typically harvested when the leaves are at their most tender.

Why does this tea not have an estate name to it?

This is not a Single-origin tea but crafted by skilfully blending teas from 4-5 estates in the region.

At Teabox, we have a meticulous blending process that aims to achieve a desired taste profile, allowing for the harmonious balance of flavors and characteristics from different tea gardens.

The result is a unique blend that captures the essence of the region while offering a carefully curated and distinctive tea-drinking experience.

Is this tea caffeine-free?

White tea naturally contains caffeine, albeit in lower amounts compared to fully oxidized teas like black tea.

While white teas are generally lower in caffeine than black or green teas, they still naturally contain some caffeine (usually in the range of 15 to 30 milligrams/8 oz cup) as it is inherent to the tea plant.

The exact caffeine content can vary based on factors such as the tea's processing, size of the tea buds, specific cultivar used, and the steeping method.

What is the ideal steeping time and temperature for this tea?

1. Begin by heating water to around 175°F to 185°F (80°C to 85°C)
2. Take approximately 2 to 3 teaspoons of tea leaves
3. Pour the hot water over the leaves
4. Let them steep for 4-5 minutes.
5. Strain and enjoy sipping.

Experimenting with steeping times will reveal different nuances in the tea, offering a personalized and enjoyable tasting experience.

What is the best time of day to enjoy this tea?

The best time of day to enjoy white tea largely depends on personal preference and lifestyle.

Due to its gentle and nuanced flavors, it is quite versatile and can be savored at various times.

How to preserve the freshness of the tea?

1. To preserve the freshness and flavor of any tea, it is advisable to store them in an airtight container, shielding them from exposure to air.
2. Choose a cool, dark location away from direct sunlight, as light and heat can compromise the tea's quality.
3. Store the tea away from strong odors to prevent the absorption of unwanted flavors.

Frequently Purchased

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Light, gentle on the stomach, relaxing and naturally sweet

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Taste very much liked by my tongue

Spring In a cup!

This is my 3rd buy and I am not stopping. It’s the right combination of lightness and flavour and aroma - the kind of subtlety I like in my cuppa. Most often it reminds me of the mountains it came from. Keep up the good work team!

Flavorful tea.

Flavorful tea.

Love tea box

Tea box teas are though costly but quality is very good. Enjoy sip by sip slowly.

Beautiful white tea

I brought this when teabox had a sale going on, and I've fallen in love with this white tea. I've tried brewing it both ways, western and gongfu and I've had fun with both. The smoothness and texture of the tea is so well marked with Western brewing. With the gong fu brewing it doesn't do as well as Chinese whites but still can get multiple notes in atleast the first 3 infusions

A Top Quality Darjeeling

One of the best Darjeelings I've had. Floral & delicate. I like to make my own blend of tea (20% CTC for body, 80% green/white tea for fragrant top notes). This does the job beautifully for me.

Darjeeling Special Spring White

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

Certifications

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

Frequently Purchased

Customer Reviews