IndiaWhere India's teas grow
Darjeeling
Floral and brisk, with green grape and citrus and an almost green brightness.
Darjeeling First Flush, Darjeeling Second Flush, Darjeeling Autumn Flush, Darjeeling Green, Darjeeling Oolong, Darjeeling White
Harvest March to April
Assam
Malty and full-bodied with honey sweetness and brisk strength. Takes milk well.
Assam, Assam CTC
Harvest March to November, second flush May to June
Nilgiris
Bright, fragrant and smooth, with citrus and light floral notes.
Nilgiri
Harvest All year, best December to March
Kerala
Hot, spicy and warming, with a clean citrus bite.
Ginger Tea, Lemongrass
Harvest Year-round
Uttar Pradesh
Peppery and clove-like, with a sweet basil warmth.
Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Harvest Year-round
Temi, Namchi
An organic Himalayan black tea from the only tea estate run by the state of Sikkim.
Sikkim Temi
Harvest Spring to autumn flushes
Kangra
A Himalayan black tea with a sweet, lingering aftertaste.
Kangra Black
Harvest Spring to autumn
Tamil Nadu
Green and leafy, from the leaves of a fast-growing Indian tree.
Moringa Tea
Harvest Leaves picked often, as often as every 2 weeks