DARJEELING OOLONG TEA | The Best Darjeeling Tea

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Really had to try this tea though it's expensive, really great, rich, strong flavor of tea." – Daniel I.

INGREDIENTS: Darjeeling tea, muscat grape aroma, apricot pit aroma, tangy dried fruit flavor, and deep floral notes

CAFFEINE-LEVEL: Moderate

STEEP at 212° for 3-4 minutes.

Darjeeling Oolong Tea is a rare premium loose leaf oolong grown exclusively in the Darjeeling region of India, offering the celebrated muscatel character of Darjeeling with the smooth, layered complexity of a lightly oxidized oolong. Featuring notes of dried muscat grapes, apricot, delicate florals, and sweet autumn fruit, this distinctive tea is an elegant expression of one of the world's most celebrated tea-growing regions. 

Unlike the black teas that have made Darjeeling famous, this exceptional oolong undergoes a carefully controlled oxidation process that preserves the region's signature fruit-forward character while creating a softer, more rounded body. Harvested as an Autumnal Flush tea, the leaves display beautiful shades of green, gold, and brown, producing an infusion with remarkable depth and refinement. The lighter oxidation allows the tea's natural floral bouquet and stone fruit notes to shine while maintaining the smooth texture that oolong enthusiasts appreciate. 

When brewed, Darjeeling Oolong produces a luminous golden-amber liquor with an enticing aroma of muscat grapes, dried apricot, and fresh flowers. The first sip is lively and expressive, revealing juicy dried fruit, gentle floral notes, and hints of honey. As the tea cools, subtle mineral and autumn orchard notes emerge, leading to a clean, lingering finish with virtually no bitterness when brewed properly.

This tea rewards slow, mindful brewing and multiple infusions. Each steep reveals a different dimension—from bright floral aromas in the first infusion to deeper honeyed fruit and soft mineral notes in later cups. Because of its naturally complex flavor profile, Darjeeling Oolong is best enjoyed without milk, allowing its delicate muscatel character and elegant finish to take center stage. 

Flavor Profile

Dried muscat grapes, apricot, delicate floral notes, light honey sweetness, soft mineral character, and a clean, elegant finish.

Origin

Grown exclusively in the Darjeeling region of India, this rare Autumnal Flush oolong is carefully oxidized to preserve the region's prized muscatel character while showcasing the smooth complexity of traditional oolong craftsmanship. 

Why You'll Love It

• Rare Darjeeling-grown oolong tea

• Distinctive muscat grape and apricot notes

• Smooth, lightly oxidized character

• Moderate caffeine for balanced energy

• Multiple flavorful infusions

• Naturally sweet with low astringency

• Best enjoyed without milk

• A unique tea for oolong and Darjeeling enthusiasts alike

Tea Type:
Loose leaf oolong tea.

Graceful, aromatic, and wonderfully uncommon, Darjeeling Oolong bridges two celebrated tea traditions, offering the unmistakable character of Darjeeling with the smooth elegance that only a fine oolong can provide.