Gopaldhara Maharani of Darjeeling - First Flush Oolong Tea

Gopaldhara Maharani of Darjeeling is a refined First Flush oolong tea crafted from AV2 bushes grown at the high elevations of the Gopaldhara Tea Estate, ranging between 5500 and 7000 feet. Harvested in April, just as the bushes awaken from nearly four months of winter dormancy, this tea is made from actively growing spring shoots with prominent buds and one or two tender leaves. The leaves undergo mild oxidation followed by gentle rolling, allowing the fresh spring character to unfold naturally in the cup. The well-sorted greenish dry leaves with abundant silver tips brew into a bright yellow, fully transparent liquor. The cup is clean and expressive, offering fruity sweetness, clarity, and freshness without any astringency, finishing with a lingering and elegant aftertaste.

Why You’ll Love This Tea

• Crafted from fresh First Flush shoots harvested after winter dormancy
• Mild oxidation highlights the natural spring character of the leaf
• Bright yellow liquor with exceptional clarity
• Clean, fruity sweetness with a lingering finish

Health Benefits

• Naturally rich in antioxidants
• Provides gentle, sustained energy
• Supports overall wellbeing
• Promotes mental clarity and freshness

Best Time to Drink

Best enjoyed in the morning or late morning, when its fresh spring character feels most uplifting.

Best Paired With

Indian: Sandesh, Mishti Doi, Khajur Pak and Rusk
Asian: Plain Bao, Steamed Rice Cakes, Vegetable Dumplings and Mochi
Continental: Madeleines, Brioche, Butter Cookies and Vanilla Sponge Cake

The Tea Story

First Flush teas mark the beginning of the Darjeeling harvest, capturing the vitality of tea bushes as they emerge from winter rest. Carefully plucked and lightly oxidized at Gopaldhara, Maharani of Darjeeling reflects the finesse of spring leaves grown at high altitude, offering a cup that is fresh, elegant, and expressive of the season.