Makaibari FTGFOP1 (S) organic
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Description
From the legendary Makaibari Estate, this biodynamically cultivated Darjeeling black tea is celebrated for its soft, fruity complexity. With silvery tips and a brisk, muscatel character, it brews to a bright amber cup, releasing aromatic tones of ripe fruit, nutmeg, and spring flowers.
Founded in 1859. This second flush tea reveals the estate's commitment to sustainable practices, producing a sophisticated cup brimming with muscatel richness, floral top notes, and a gentle peach finish. The dark leaves, tipped with silver, yield a vibrant amber-red liquor with a soft yet complex mouthfeel.
The FTGFOP1 (s) grade—(S) stands for Special, making the full grade SFTGFOP1, which translates to “Special Finest 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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Finest 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
Rich in antioxidants, this tea supports overall wellbeing and is best enjoyed without milk or sweetener, from morning through early afternoon, when its flavour can truly shine.
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.