Char Darjeeling supreme (13)

loose leaf tea

A 1st Flush TGFOP1 Darjeeling.

The tippy leaf tea of the first plucking is a little stronger in body and colour than the earlier picking. It is fresh and fruity but a little more astringent than the second flush Darjeelings.

Level             Everyday
Origin           Darjeeling, India 
Tea Type       Black
Taste             Refreshing, aromatic
When            Afternoon onwards
Available       Loose, teabags   

Our Char Blend Darjeeling 1st flush has a fruity balanced taste perfect for afternoon tea.

100g Silver Foil Pack - £3.95
250g** Silver Foil Pack - £9.40
500g** Silver Foil Pack - £18.75
100g** Gift Caddy - £6.05
Char Packaging

Your tea will come beautifully packed in one of Char's re-zippable bags. This allows the freshness to remain within.

Should you prefer, some teas are also offered in Char's unique caddies. A perfect gift.

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  • General Brewing Advice

    Black Tea

    Water at boiling, 3-4 minutes brewing

    Darjeeling Tea

    Water at 75-80c, 2-3 minutes brewing

    Green Tea

    Water at 80-85c, 2-3 minutes brewing

    Jasmine Tea

    Water at 75-80c, 1-3 minutes brewing

    Oolong Tea

    Water at 80-90c, 2-3 minutes brewing

    White Tea

    Water at 80c, 2-3 minutes brewing 

    Rooibos

    Water at boiling, 8-10 minutes brewing

    Herbal Infusions

    Water at boiling, 5-10 minutes brewing

    Fruit Infusions

    Water at boiling, 12 minutes brewing

  • Char Teas Shop

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  • Tea Caddies

    Some Char teas are available in gift caddies at an additional £2.00, check the tea details.

  • Tea Pickers

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