From Assam's historic Harmutty garden, this STGFOP1 is velvety and deeply flavourful. Its dark, tippy leaves brew a full-bodied cup. This dark copper infusion delivers a robust yet balanced malt-and-spice flavour. Best savoured from morning to late afternoon—with a little milk for a truly indulgent cup.
Grown at the foothills of the Himalayas along the Dikrong River, Harmutty Estate (founded 1870) yields this premium STGFOP1: Special Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe, signifying exceptional quality whole leaves with abundant golden tips.
The TGFOP1 (s) grade—(S) stands for Special, making the full grade STGFOP1, which translates to “Special Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One”. This indicates:
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Special: A step above FTGFOP grades—exceptionally limited, top-tier selections
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Tippy: A high-quality pluck with abundant golden-tipped buds selected during the peak of the second flush season for superior quality
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Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe: Whole-leaf black tea with floral character and golden tips
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1 (One): Signifies the very best within that grade—not just fine, but the top of the top
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