The first-flush character really shines here—that bright, floral muscatel note you want from a Darjeeling is unmistakable from the first sip. The leaves are beautifully uniform and unfurl completely, giving a second steep that’s nearly as complex as the first. Only wish the 80g tin were bigger, beca
Adam D.★★★★★
The dry leaves have that classic Darjeeling muscatel smell, but the brewed cup is what sold me — smooth, a little floral, no bitterness even after three minutes. The 65% Sinensis blend gives it a softer body than most first flushes I've tried, and 80 grams is plenty for daily morning pots.
Steven F.★★★★★
The muscatel notes on this first flush are remarkably bright for an organic tea, and the dry leaf has that classic 65% sinensis structure I look for in a Darjeeling. Brewed up a pot this morning and the astringency was gentle enough to drink without milk, which is rare for me. The 80g bag is gone fa