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Gopaldhara Darjeeling Autumn Flush Smoky Plum Black Tea – Crafted from Japanese Yabukita Clones
Gopaldhara Darjeeling Autumn Flush Tea Smoky Plum Black is an exceptionally unique autumn black tea exclusively grown at the Gopaldhara Tea Estate in Darjeeling. Crafted from Japanese Yabukita clones cultivated between 3500 and 4000 feet, this tea expresses a rare interpretation of Darjeeling autumn character. The blackish-green leaves with scattered tips brew into a bright yellow, fully transparent liquor with brownish-green infusion. The cup reveals sweet muscatel depth layered with pronounced jamun-like plum notes and a gentle smoky undertone. Honeyed sweetness and ripe fruit tones unfold with clarity, while the finish remains smooth and non-astringent, leaving a pleasant lingering honey character on the palate.
Why You’ll Love This Tea
- Crafted from rare Japanese Yabukita clones grown in Darjeeling
- Distinct autumn profile with smoky plum and muscatel depth
- Bright, fully transparent liquor with layered fruit character
- Smooth, non-astringent cup with honeyed finish
Health Benefits
- Naturally rich in antioxidants
- Provides steady energy and alertness
- Supports overall wellbeing
- Promotes mental clarity and focus
Best Time to Drink
Best enjoyed in the morning or early afternoon, when its smoky plum and muscatel notes can be fully appreciated.
Best Paired With
Indian: Mathri, Samosa, Khajur Pak and Rusk
Asian: Stir-Fried Vegetables, Mushroom Dumplings, Teriyaki Tofu and Sesame Noodles
Continental: Fruit Tart, Shortbread Cookies, Butter Croissant and Almond Biscotti
The Tea Story
Yabukita clones, traditionally associated with Japanese cultivars, bring a distinctive structure to Darjeeling’s autumn landscape. Grown at mid-elevations and carefully semi-oxidized, this tea reflects Gopaldhara’s experimental craftsmanship, blending muscatel heritage with plum-like fruit depth and a subtle smoky edge unique to the season.
₹ 500+
Inclusive of all taxes
Region : Darjeeling
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Flush : Autumn Flush
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Gopaldhara Tea Estate
About Gopaldhara Tea Estate
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Yabukita Black Tea
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Tasting Notes
Muscatel, Plum and Smoky
FAQ's
From its origins near bamboo groves in Japan to its success on the misty slopes of Darjeeling, Yabukita represents how knowledge, skill, and respect for the leaf transcend borders. It stands as a testament to how thoughtful cultivation and terroir-driven craftsmanship can create world-class teas anywhere.
Most Darjeeling teas are made from Chinese or clonal varieties, making Yabukita a standout. Its presence reflects innovation in Darjeeling tea craftsmanship, showcasing how global cultivars can thrive locally while creating entirely new sensory experiences for tea connoisseurs.
While the cultivar is the same, the taste is shaped by terroir. Darjeeling’s altitude, climate, and soil impart floral notes and refined complexity, while Japanese Yabukita is more intense and oceanic. This makes Darjeeling Yabukita a rare fusion of Japanese precision and Himalayan elegance.
Darjeeling Yabukita teas are uniquely fresh and elegant, combining gentle umami, soft vegetal notes, and subtle sweetness with Darjeeling’s signature finesse. Compared to Japanese Yabukita, the Himalayan version feels lighter, more aromatic, and layered, offering a truly global flavor profile.
Yabukita found its way from Japan to the Darjeeling hills through careful experimentation by progressive tea estates. Gardens like Gopaldhara and Rohini recognized its potential to adapt to Himalayan conditions, where cool temperatures, misty slopes, and mineral-rich soil bring a new expression to this iconic cultivar.
Yabukita is a renowned tea cultivar originally developed in Japan in the early 20th century. Known for its fresh, umami-rich character and refined balance, it became the backbone of Japanese green tea production and is now gaining recognition in select Darjeeling tea estates for its exceptional quality.
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