Gopaldhara Darjeeling First Flush Green Gold – Green Tea Crafted from Japanese Yabukita Clones

Gopaldhara Darjeeling First Flush Green Gold is a refined first flush green tea crafted from Japanese Yabukita clones grown between 5500 and 7000 feet at the Gopaldhara Tea Estate. Carefully plucked as fine two leaves and a bud, the leaves are gently rolled to preserve their integrity and allow proper unfurling during infusion. Being non-oxidized, this tea retains its natural spring freshness and clarity. The well-rolled green whole leaves brew into a bright greenish-yellow, fully transparent liquor with an olive-green infusion. The cup expresses vegetal and earthy tones layered with sweet pine notes and a slight pleasant bitterness that adds structure. Smooth and clean, it leaves a lingering and refreshing aftertaste.

Why You’ll Love This Tea

• Crafted from Japanese Yabukita clones grown at high elevation
• First flush harvest capturing fresh spring vitality
• Gently rolled whole leaves for clean and clear infusion
• Vegetal profile with pine notes and balanced structure

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants
• Contains natural vitamins and minerals
• Provides gentle and sustained energy
• Supports overall wellbeing

Best Time to Drink

Best enjoyed in the morning or mid-afternoon, when its fresh vegetal character feels most revitalising.

Best Paired With

Indian: Poha, Khari Biscuit, Thepla and Rusk
Asian: Steamed Rice Cakes, Vegetable Dumplings, Sushi and Spring Rolls
Continental: Crackers, Lemon Tart, Butter Cookies and Toast

The Tea Story

First flush at Gopaldhara marks the awakening of the bushes after winter dormancy across the high-altitude slopes. The Japanese Yabukita clones, nurtured under cool mountain conditions, develop clarity and pine-toned freshness. Carefully crafted as a non-oxidized green tea, Green Gold reflects the precision and seasonal brightness of Darjeeling’s earliest harvest.