Country of Origin: India   Altitude: 400 feet above sea level

Grade: TGFOP (Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe)

Manufacture Type: Orthodox Infusion: Bright and tending coppery

Information: This Assam is Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe (TGFOP) from the Kondoli Estate, which is known for its consistent leaf quality and exquisite liquor. Very good basic Assam tea. Strong, full bodied with excellent maltiness and rich color. A good strong black tea in the early morning for a pick-me-up. Can also be enjoyed with milk and sugar.

Hot tea brewing method: This tea is best enjoyed using 2-3 heaping teaspoons for a 6 cup teapot. Allow the tea to steep for 3-5 minutes, remove the leaves and pour. We do not recommend adding milk or sugar since this can mask some of the intrigue and subtle nuances of this vintage tea.

Iced tea brewing method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 5 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste.