HIMALAYAN LOOSE TEA
MEDIUM-STRONG
Grown just across the border from Darjeeling, this autumnal flush tea from Nepal has a deep amber cup, fresh flavour and heady floral aroma.
| Himalayan Tea - Loose 2oz/56g |
$8.95 |
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| Himalayan Tea - Loose 4oz/113g |
$15.85 |
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| Himalayan Tea - Loose 8oz/227g |
$27.50 |
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| Himalayan Tea - Loose 16oz/454g |
$49.95 |
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SOURCED, BLENDED AND PACKAGED IN-HOUSE
PRICES LISTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD)
This is a single origin, organic, black tea from the Himalayas in eastern Nepal, grown just across the border from Darjeeling, India.
Just like Darjeeling teas, the terroir (high mountains, steep terrain, well-drained soil, extreme cold and intense heat, as well as a good level of rainfall) of the Himalayas is a major contributor to the character and floral aroma of this Nepalese tea.
Himalayan Tea also goes through a unique production process to ensure that it maintains its bright, lively, fresh and uplifting flavour that involves a lot of labour and careful monitoring to ensure that a superior product is acheived.
| Caffeine | Caffeinated |
|---|---|
| Cup Strength | Medium-Strong |
| Origin | Nepal, Single-origin |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea |
| Type | Black |
Lovely Review by ['lizc']
This is a lovely tea. Reminds me of Earl Grey, yet much more subtle. Even 1/2 tsp is a great pick-me-up.
Posted on 2024-12-10A Very Flavorful Tea Review by ['davej']
I like my teas a bit stronger than average. I brewed 12g of Himalayan loose tea with 20 oz water (600 ml). Brewing temperature was 208 degrees for about 3 1/2 minutes. The result is two full Murchie's China cups full of tea. I read this described as "assertive" and I think that is a good word for it. It was very flavorful and smooth, a good counterpoint to some of the green/black blends I normally drink. The flavors grew on me as I continued through the cup. A very fine tea.
Posted on 2021-04-03Beautiful tea, great value Review by Michelle Butler Hallett
1.5 tsp for 300mL water, 100C, steeped 4 minutes. Dry leaf: almost half bright green, the rest amber and brown. Very few twigs. Pretty. Dry aroma: earthy and mineral with something sharp and fresh, faintly floral. Wet leaf: the green is less bright. Otherwise unchanged. Wet aroma: earth, rocks. Liquor: light copper, very heady with florals and muscatel. A bright, fresh, and crisp black tea, medium-strength, very like an assertive Darjeeling yet still its own tea. I’m sure I can also taste cold fresh air. Delicious. Great value for money.
Posted on 2019-01-08WOW Review by Mervette
it's smelling a bouquet of fresh heady flowers and drinking tea with a hint of florals. totally different than darjeelings and lovely any time of day.
Posted on 2018-09-12OH YUM! Review by karenv
Murchie's description is on point: Heady floral. I haven't yet learned to articulate tea tastes so all I can say is that I enjoy first flush Darjeelings and the floral/fruity oolongs. This tea is very smooth
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Steeping the Best (Guide)
Different types of teas should be steeped according to certain times and water temperatures to bring out their best flavours. Use this guide as a starting point, and then experiment until you find the perfect brewing method for your favourite tea.
Based on approximately one level teaspoon (2.5 g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240 mL) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Tea Bags vs. Loose Tea
While our tea bags and loose tea are crafted to match the same flavour profile, there are discernable effects between the two formats. Namely, the leaves inside tea bags is milled, making it much finer and a quicker brew, while loose tea can take a couple minutes longer to steep. Tea bags are very convenient, but loose tea can be more visually appealing and brewed with a reusable infuser.
- Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
- Loose tea: steep for 4 - 5 minutes
General Steeping Temperatures
The table included here shows some general guidelines for steeping different kinds of tea. Be mindful that some teas, even two from the same category, will brew differently than others. In particular, our green-black blends will often have different ratios of green and black teas - the more green-leaning ones should be brewed at a lower temperature range. Experimentation is highly encouraged, as tea is very much a matter of personal taste.
Puerh and oolong teas are often steeped multiple times for a shorter period of time in smaller brewing vessels. This method creates a curious exploration of the tea as it unfurls, developing new flavours with each subsequent brew - often making for great social conversation.
If you're unsure, try steeping in the middle range for your tea type. If the result is too bitter, steep at a lower temperature or for a shorter time. If the result is flat, try a higher temperature.