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Description
Situated in the village of Nepaltar, Himalayan Shangri-La collaborates with local communities to produce exceptional tea. While this is a summer flush, the leaves are only lightly oxidized, showcasing delicate floral notes.
This Nepalese summer flush is marked by almond and floral notes that evoke wildflowers, complemented by a beautifully smooth texture.
Features
- Origin:
- Ilam, Nepal
- Tea color:
- Black Tea
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance: twisted leaves and buds
Color: green and silver
Notes: floral, toasted, vegetal
Brewed leaves
Notes: floral, vegetal, apricot
Liquor
Color: amber
Texture: smooth
Flavor: sweet
Notes: fresh vegetal, almond, brioche, floral (sweet peas, spring flowers), zesty hint
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 185°F.
With the Gong Fu Cha: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or carafe: infuse 0.6 oz (16 g) of leaves per liter of water at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.