2016 First Flushes have arrived!
First Flushes from India have just arrived! We had a little tea-tasting session before unveiling them and here they are, the tender, fresh spring buds which lovers of great Darjeeling look forward to every year… we have some wonderful surprises for you among the 2016 First Flushes, which benefited from good weather before the harvest, including two new ones to tickle your taste buds! Our three absolute favourites highlight the variety of flavours of this rich vintage. Let us guide you through them:
TWO NEW BLENDS
These two great teas, grown according to the principles of biodynamic and organic farming, were created at the time of a full moon during the festival of colours (Holi) … an auspicious day which lived up to its promises.
Holi Beauty – Singell
This spring Darjeeling, harvested by hand, stands out for its aromatic richness. It evokes in turn blackcurrant leaf, orchid, red fruits and lychee, all complemented by a pleasant hint of honey. The first flush is itself a veritable festival of flavours!
Mystical Dream – Selimbong
Softness, roundness and balance amplify this great handpicked tea which leaves a flavour of subtle floral aromas on the palate, enhancing the unique vegetal aromas that instantly evoke green asparagus. A Darjeeling first flush that will certainly leave its mark.
2016 FAVOURITES
Snowview FTGFOP1 FF Top Quality
Its golden, mellow liquor releases a bouquet reminiscent of the first flowers of spring. It will win you over with its rich and balanced aromas, leaving behind the sweet flavours of honey and pear compote with a hint of vanilla. A delicious rare tea to try!
Selimbong FTGFOP1 FF Top Quality
An excellent first flush from a renowned garden which is Demeter certified. The herbaceous flavours of the liquor linger in the mouth. Its creamy taste perfectly blends the flavours of biscuit, vanilla, almond, asparagus and pistachio. A slightly astringent tea that has a decidedly masculine character.
Putharjhora FTGFOP1 FF Top Quality
A rare and exceptional first flush. The light, coppery liquor is round and soft. In the foreground is a particularly tasty sweet flavour evoking caramel followed by the sweetness of almond milk. An absolutely delicious first flush!
Écrit par Les Jardins de Gaïa
Pionniers sur le marché des thés et tisanes bio et équitables, Les Jardins de Gaïa proposent, depuis 1994, des grands crus nature, des classiques et des créations maison originales. Privilégiant les petits producteurs et les récoltes manuelles, ils ont développé au fil des années une gamme généreuse et variée de thés, rooibos et tisanes aux qualités gustatives reconnues, ainsi qu’une gamme d’épices bio et prémiums proposée sous la marque Terra Madre. Tel un jardin épanoui, la force des Jardins de Gaïa tient dans la diversité des terroirs et l’engagement des hommes qui la travaillent…
