Tasting notes: A bold, full-bodied mouthfeel that swiftly fades, giving way to an elegant floral bouquet that blooms with equal intensity, leaving a lingering, ethereal finish.
Detailed Description
Dry Tea Leaf:
Appearance: Crafted from the esteemed AV2 and P312 clonal cultivars, this tea showcases an exquisite appearance with well-rolled leaves displaying a harmonious blend of dark and light green hues. The presence of delicate silver tips accentuates its visual appeal, hinting at its refined character. Upon brewing, it delivers a bold and structured mouthfeel that swiftly dissipates, allowing the floral fragrance to unfurl gracefully, leaving a lingering and ethereal finish.
Fragrance: The dry leaves exude an enchanting aroma, weaving together warm spicy notes, fresh herbal undertones, and delicate floral accents. This intricate bouquet teases the senses, hinting at the layered complexity that unfolds in the cup.
Liquor:
Appearance: The liquor gleams with a radiant, champagne-like brilliance, displaying bright shades of light lemon. Its luminous clarity enhances the visual allure, hinting at the tea’s delicate yet expressive character.
Fragrance: Mellow and fragrance of tropical flora is noted in the liquor.
Flavour: The first sip envelops the palate with a bold, full-bodied presence, offering a rich, nutty undertone that gradually fades. As the intensity wanes, a delightful sweetness emerges, reminiscent of ripe fruits, while a signature floral essence—characteristic of the revered AV2 and P312 cultivars—lingers beautifully. The finish is refined and enduring, leaving a lasting impression of delicate florals and subtle honeyed notes.
No. of Infusions suggested: 2
About the Tea Garden
Balasun is a tea estate which is renowned for both its clonal as well as chinary cultivar teas. Some of the widely popular teas are made from AV2, P312 and B157. A tea garden, located just a few kilometers below the Darjeeling town at an elevation of 1400 meters and has been very consistent in producing the distinct characteristics which is TrulyDarjeeling.
