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Castleton TGFOP1
A prestigious second flush Darjeeling from the renowned Castleton Estate, delivering the signature "Champagne of teas" experience.
From the legendary slopes of Kurseong in Darjeeling, this exceptional TGFOP1 grade tea showcases the finest silvery tips and expertly plucked leaves. Each cup reveals a shining amber liquor with classic muscatel notes, delicate floral aromatics, and subtle woody undertones that create an elegant, sophisticated infusion worthy of its world-record reputation.
Why You'll Love It:
- Prestigious Heritage: From the legendary Castleton Estate, established 1885
- Premium Grade: TGFOP1 quality with silvery tips and whole leaves
- Classic Character: Signature muscatel flavour with delicate floral notes
- Connoisseur Choice: Praised by customers for exceptional quality and elegance
Origin & Character:
Castleton Estate, Kurseong, Darjeeling: Spanning 170 hectares at elevations from 980 to 2,300 metres, this small plantation has produced world-renowned teas for over a century, consistently fetching record prices for their exceptional quality.
Flavour Journey: Experience the classic "Champagne of teas" with slightly astringent muscatel notes, lifted by subtle woody undertones and a crisp finish. Delicate floral aromatics create an aromatic, elegant cup with beautiful amber liquor.
Tea Mastery: This second flush Darjeeling represents the pinnacle of tea craftsmanship, with careful plucking by expertly trained personnel ensuring only the finest leaves and silvery tips make it into each batch.
Castleton TGFOP1 is a true expression of Darjeeling excellence—sophisticated, aromatic, and timelessly elegant. Perfect for discerning tea lovers seeking the authentic "Champagne of teas" experience.
Brewing
Pre-heat a cup or teapot. Use 1 tsp per cup or 1 rounded tsp per person for a teapot. Pour freshly boiled water over the leaves and infuse for 3-5 minutes. Add milk or sweetener as desired.
Ingredients
black tea
t leaf T’s Commitment to Sustainable Packaging
At t leaf T, we're committed to reducing our environmental impact.
Why Do We Use Stand-Up Pouches?
Our stand-up pouches are made from soft plastic with a thin foil lining. This lining acts as a crucial barrier against light, moisture, and air, ensuring our teas stay fresh and flavorful throughout their shelf life.
In addition to protecting our teas, this type of flexible packaging is more efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional rigid packaging. Here’s why:
- Space-saving: Stand-up pouches ship, store, and dispose of flat, reducing the materials needed to produce them.
- Lower carbon footprint: They require less CO2 to manufacture and transport.
- Efficient design: We print directly on the pouches, eliminating the need for extra labels and further reducing waste.
Why We Don't Use Compostable Packaging
We understand the desire for fully compostable packaging, and we’d love to offer it. However, after extensive testing, we’ve identified two key challenges that prevent us from switching:
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Limited disposal options: Compostable packaging isn't accepted in council kerbside collections and isn't recyclable, meaning it usually ends up in landfill.
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Compromised tea quality: Biodegradable and compostable pouches degrade over time, even in storage. Teas need robust protection from light, moisture, aromas, and oxygen to maintain their freshness and flavour. During our tests, we found that compostable packaging allowed cross-contamination of aromas, especially in blends like Chai and English Breakfast. The result? A noticeable reduction in quality, which is unacceptable for our premium teas.
Given these issues, we’ve made the decision to stick with stand up pouches that ensures the highest quality and food safety for our teas.
Looking Forward to a Greener Future
At t leaf T, we're always on the lookout for better, more sustainable packaging options that don’t compromise on quality. Rest assured, we're committed to finding a solution that meets both our environmental goals and your tea standards.