SKU: R/EX45/MOONSHINE/25
From the lofty slopes of the Risheehat Tea Estate, this limited-edition Moonshine Second Flush is a masterful expression of Darjeeling’s summer bounty. Crafted from select AV2 cultivars during peak Second Flush, the tea is distinguished by its long, wiry leaves tipped with golden buds. The cup unveils a deep amber liquor, rich in muscatel intensity—layered with hints of ripe stone fruit, honeyed apricot, and a touch of floral brightness. Its smooth, rounded mouthfeel and complex finish make it an indulgent yet refined choice for connoisseurs. A quintessential Darjeeling summer tea, elevated to poetic brilliance.
A rare Second Flush black tea from Darjeeling’s Risheehat Tea Estate, the Moonshine edition offers a radiant amber cup with layered notes of muscatel grapes, stone fruits, and a soft floral lift. Grown at high elevation and made from fine AV2 leaves, it captures the richness of summer with elegance and depth.
Darjeeling
AV2
Single Estate
Second Flush
Rajiv Kumar
FTGFOP1 MOON SHINE
Organic
Black
Manual
Perched at elevations ranging from 2,800 to 4,800 feet in the mist-laden hills of Darjeeling, Risheehat Tea Estate is one of the most celebrated gardens in the region. The name "Risheehat" translates to “Home of the Saints,” a nod to the spiritual serenity of its surroundings. Established in the mid-19th century, the estate is renowned for its organic cultivation practices and meticulously crafted teas—especially its exquisite First Flush and White Teas.
Any Time
Use filtered or bottled water. Heat the water up to 95°C. Put in 2.5 g of loose tea for every cup (180 ml). Let it steep for 3 to 5 minutes. Strain into a cup and serve.
Leaf - Dark Brownish whole leaf with alot of tips and lightly rolled Liquor- Yellowish red liquor Infusion - Light coppery with lingering fruity prominent AV2 nose