Savor one of the most revered jewels of the Himalayas: Margaret's Hope Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea. Exclusively harvested during the highly anticipated "second flush" window from late May through June, this incomparable black tea yields a bright, beautifully developed liquor. Celebrated for its delicate, sophisticated astringency, it delivers the estate's definitive, world-renowned "Muscatel" character. Complex, complex notes reminiscent of nutty muscat grapes and black currants give way to an elegant, wine-like finish, making it the ultimate afternoon accompaniment to classic scones and raspberry conserves.
The extraordinary fragrance and tippy, green-leafed appearance of this manufactured orthodox leaf are due entirely to the estate's rare reliance on the pure Chinese Jat (genus) tea bush. Nestled at extreme Himalayan elevations, these delicate plants endure cool, crisp weather conditions that naturally restrict their growth speed. This slow, patient development concentrates the essential oils within the leaves, creating an intensely limited annual yield of unparalleled structural quality. Unlike early first flush harvests, which remain light and fleeting, this seasonal Second Flush composition offers a perfectly rounded, fully integrated aromatic bouquet that rises effortlessly from the cup.
Because high-altitude Second Flush leaves demand careful temperature calibration to protect their complex aromatics, review our guide: How to Make Tea.
Hints of currant give this blend an almost wine-like taste
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