Darjeeling Black Tea

Are you a fan of black tea? If so, Darjeeling Black Tea will blow your mind!

Considered by many tea connoisseurs as the best black tea in the world, this black tea is a rare medicinal tea known for its nutty muscatel flavour and powerful health benefits.

Discovering Darjeeling Black Tea

Darjeeling tea was first planted by Dr. Campbell, a civil surgeon in the India Medical Services, when he brought Camellia Sinensis tea seeds to this region near the Himalayas, after a trip to China.

It didn’t take long for the government to take notice and invest in this peculiar tea. Today there are 87 running Darjeeling tea gardens providing you with what is considered the Champagne of Teas.

The Darjeeling district has proven to be the perfect place to grow and produce this wonderful tea. With a rich loamy soil and the ideal amount of moist, rain and sunshine work together to bring you an unforgettable cup full of the wonderful benefits of tea.

Darjeeling Black Tea – Processing Tea for the Perfect Cup

Darjeeling black tea is indeed the most famous variety of Darjeeling teas and one of the most expensive as well.

For you to experience the spicy muscatel flavour and the distinct floral fragrance, the small Camellia Sinensis tea leaves must undergo several steps.

• Pickers start by handpicking only young shoot leaves and then leave them to wither for 14-16 hours, until they reach 100% oxidation.


• The following step is to roll the leaves using machines and then subject them to 2-3 hours of fermentation.


• The leaves are then dried for 20-30 minutes and graded according to their size.

If you want to learn more about what lies behind this unique beverage, read our Darjeeling tea page.

Darjeeling Black Tea Benefits

Now it’s time to unveil the unique combination of Darjeeling tea and the powerful benefits of black tea.

• Coffee Alternative
  

  You love that energy boost, especially in the morning, but you should also know that too much caffeine is not healthy. Don’t worry, there is a solution. Try replacing coffee for black tea at breakfast. as caffeine in tea is progressively released in your body for 6-8 hours. You will feel sharp, healthier and ready to face your day.

  This healthy stimulant will fill you with energy, without affecting your nervous system so severely. And this Darjeeling tea will keep you aware and calm at the same time, due to the presence of the amino acid L-Theanine, a natural sedative.



• Reduces Cancer Risk
  

  Cancer is a dreaded disease and any help to prevent it is very much welcome. Here’s a simple thing you can do to reduce the risk of cancer: drink tea on a daily basis.

  One of the benefits of black tea is its ability to kill cancer cells and keep the healthy ones intact due to an important compound called TF-2. It helps to prevent the growth of cancer cells and also ease inflammation in ailments such as arthritis.



• Weight Loss Aid
  

  Whether you just want to look good for the summer or fight Christmas excesses, the best way to accelerate your metabolism, helping you to lose body fat is, again, to drink tea.

  The presence of powerful antioxidants, namely catechins, and also caffeine in black tea are safe allies to get rid of those extra pounds. And it tastes great.

  Drink Darjeeling black tea on a regular basis, 3 or 4 cups a day, do some physical exercise like long walks with your family or dog, take the stairs instead of the lift and choose healthier foods to help you achieve your goals.



• Dental Health
  

  Afraid of smiling? Want to feel confident again? Having a nice healthy smile is always important to make a good impression. If you struggle with dental plaque or other mouth viruses, drinking this tea will strengthen your teeth.

  Darjeeling black tea leaves contain fluoride and minerals which are able to fight dental plaque, bad breath and even tooth decay! Here’s an idea, you can rinse your mouth with tea after meals and feel immediate freshness. Just don’t add any sugar to it!



• Gastrointestinal Aid
  

  Another important Darjeeling black tea benefit is the refreshing effect it brings after meals. This is very useful if you tend to suffer from digestion ailments or constipation.

  If you feel a continuous heartburn or heavy after eating, tea will help you clear the digestive tract and protect you from intestinal disorders.

  Feel its warmth and pleasant taste as the presences of powerful enzymes, along with antioxidants, are able to decrease gastric acids, helping you feel more comfortable after meals.

Drinking Darjeeling Black Tea

So you have bought your tea, you want to reap all the benefits of tea, but now you are facing the teapot and cups and wondering...

...how to brew Darjeeling Black tea. Well, let’s begin:

• Choose a pot that has enough space for the leaves to open up and release their distinct aroma and health benefits. As for water, go with spring water to better protect the flavour of the tea, as it doesn’t contain impurities.


• Place one teaspoon of black tea leaves (about 2 grams) in a preheated pot, pour boiling water and cover it with a lid.


• Allow it to steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you want your tea to taste. With some practice you will find the perfect steeping time for you.


• Take a moment to inhale the peculiar floral fragrance and watch as the black tea leaves come alive. Strain the tea and serve it.


• If you wish, you can add 2-3 drops of lemon juice to enhance the flavour of your tea.

Adding milk or sweeteners is always a possibility, but go ahead and brave a cup or two without anything added to it and experience the true taste of Darjeeling Tea.

To store your tea properly, place the unused tea leaves in an air tight container and in a cool dry place to preserve the flavour, freshness and fragrance.

Introduce your family and friends to Darjeeling Black tea. Discover the benefits of black tea and savour the wonders of the Darjeeling tea gardens today.

Will you consider it the best black tea? Will it be the right tea for you? Go ahead! Try it and find out.

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”In the Taste of a single cup of tea you will eventually discover the truth of all the ten thousand forms in the universe.”
- Attributed to Kyongbong Sunim, Ch'an (Zen) Master