The Iconic Darjeeling Tea: A Journey from the Slopes to Your Cup
Known as the “Champagne of Teas,” Darjeeling tea is prized for its delicate flavor and aroma. At Crown Troca, we follow a meticulous process to bring this world-renowned tea from the lush hills of India to tea lovers around the globe. Here’s how we ensure every sip of our Darjeeling tea is an unforgettable experience.
Step 1: Tea Farming in the Hills of Darjeeling
The journey of Darjeeling tea begins in the cool, misty slopes of the Himalayan foothills. We work with small-scale tea growers who follow sustainable farming practices. No pesticides or chemical fertilizers are used, ensuring that the tea plants grow in harmony with the natural ecosystem. The unique terroir of the region, combined with organic farming, gives Darjeeling tea its distinctive flavor profile.
Step 2: Hand-Plucking the Finest Tea Leaves
Darjeeling tea is famous for its “two leaves and a bud” plucking style, where only the most tender parts of the plant are harvested by hand. This ensures the highest quality leaves are selected, resulting in a refined flavor and aroma. Timing is critical, and the tea leaves are harvested during specific seasons to capture the perfect balance of flavor.
Step 3: Traditional Tea Processing
Once harvested, the tea leaves are carefully processed in our tea estates using traditional methods such as withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying. These steps enhance the tea’s flavor, allowing it to develop its signature muscatel taste. Unlike other teas, Darjeeling tea undergoes minimal oxidation, giving it a light, fragrant character that tea connoisseurs cherish.
Step 4: Quality Assurance
Every batch of Darjeeling tea undergoes stringent quality checks to ensure consistency in flavor, aroma, and color. Our experts taste-test each batch to guarantee that it meets the highest standards before moving to the packaging stage.
Step 5: Eco-Friendly Packaging
To preserve the delicate flavor of Darjeeling tea, we package it in air-tight, biodegradable materials. Our eco-friendly packaging keeps the tea fresh while minimizing environmental impact. With careful attention to branding and design, we ensure our Darjeeling tea looks as good as it tastes, making it a premium product both in terms of quality and presentation.
