Mangalam ftgfop1 (S)
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Description
Mangalam FTGFOP1 (S) is a top-tier Assam from the celebrated Mangalam Estate. Its golden-tipped leaves deliver a bold, malty infusion with warming spice, caramel richness, and dried apricot notes. This full-bodied tea boasts a smooth dark amber liquor.
A premium, single-estate Assam, expertly crafted. Long, tippy, golden‑tip leaves that yield a bold yet refined black tea. Expect deep maltiness with spice, cocoa hints and fruit‑sweet layers in every sip—a luxurious breakfast or afternoon infusion with a classic Assam character.
Mangalam Tea Estate, founded in 1973, is known for it's unique close-planting and the use of premium Assamica clones ensure consistent quality and flavour depth. Expect a vibrant, aromatic brew with layers of malt, spice, and fruit from this estate.
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
This yields bright, complex liquor with aromatic richness, floral nuances, and sweet spice. (Special) indicates that this tea is even more exceptional and unique, potentially from a particular part of the estate.
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.