Introducing the 2026 version of Nilgiri Highland Black, this time, its fruitier than before! The estate making this tea runs through a steep valley ranging from 5400 to 6900 feet. Winter harvest is one of the most interesting seasons and more so when it is from Nilgiri. Their winter produce is similar to Darjeeling First Flush : fruity and floral with a blast of sweet aromatics. The tender winter buds go through some frosty mornings and cold nights right after autumn, this brings out a distinct palatte of flavours which is unique to the Nilgiri region.
This time, the dry leaf smells fruity, with notes of strawberry and ripe mango. On your first sip, you are greeted with fruity notes of passion fruit. As you sip further, you can experience more fruity notes of kiwi. There is a hint of rose on the finish accompanied with a touch of astringency, making it very refreshing to drink. As the liquor cools down, you can experience notes of green apple, oranges and guava. The after taste resembles guava the most. An incredibly fruity batch, we have been surprised by this harvest and are sure you would be pleasantly surprised too!
Appearance : Pale orange
Taste : Ripe mango, kiwi, passion fruit, guava, oranges, rose, green apple
Steeping Time : 3 minutes western style, 30 seconds gongfu style adding 10 seconds every subsequent steep
Leaf to water ratio : 1 gram per 100ml for western style, 3 grams per 100ml for gongfu styleRecommended Steeping Temperature : 84°C
Recommended Steeping Method : Works good both ways
Harvest Season : Winter 2025-2026 ( Harvested in January 2026)
