Blog :: Himalayan Teas

Jun Chiyabari is a young boutique garden in Nepal's Hile region. Instead of trying to recreate 'Darjeeling like' teas Jun Chiyabari has blazed a new trail creating a distinctive 'Nepalese' style.

The estate is family owned and run by Bachan and Lochan Gyalwali who constantly innovate new methods of production and experiment with techniques learned from other regions.

Himalayan Imperial Black tea has long straight leaves with tippy golden streaks. The aroma is earthy and once infused red fruit acidity is released which is counter balanced by a rich cocoa like after-taste. Best brewed for 3 minutes at 95C. A further two infusions are possible. If you would like to try it we sell as little as 30g.

Jun Chiyabari Evergeen is a whole leaf twisted green tea. Naturally sweet with a fresh sap point and a hint of raw cocoa and butterscotch in the finish. Unusual in that there is no astringency. Infuse for 3 minutes at 70C. A further 2 infusions are possible. Available to try in a 50g bag.

Posted on Wednesday, 19th October 2011

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