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SKU: P/EX22/ MOONDROP/ 26
An exquisite early first flush offering, this tea is crafted from select Chinary clonal bushes (RR17/144, Teesta Valley 1, AV2), showcasing the hallmark finesse of the season’s finest make.
The leaf is elegantly twisted and well-graded, adorned with a generous sprinkling of silvery tips—indicative of careful plucking and meticulous hand sorting. Upon infusion, the cup reveals a bright green hue, releasing an enchanting bouquet of fresh spring florals.
On the palate, the liquor is remarkably sweet and refined, with a soft, delicate body and a lingering finish. The cup expresses a vivid first flush character—intensely floral, light, and nuanced, with a graceful persistence that defines its premium quality.
Manufactured with precision—featuring controlled withering, light oxidation, and gentle drying—this lot captures the freshness and vibrancy of the early harvest.
Plucked on 11th March 2026 and crafted the following day, this Moondrop offering stands as a fine expression of seasonal purity and artisanal excellence.
An exquisite early first flush tea crafted from select Chinary clonal bushes (RR17/144, Teesta Valley 1, AV2). The leaf is finely twisted with abundant silvery tips, yielding a bright green infusion with an enchanting floral aroma. The liquor is delicately sweet, light-bodied, and intensely floral, with a refined, lingering finish—capturing the freshness and elegance of the early harvest.
Darjeeling
Chinary clonal bushes RR17/144 and Teesta valley 1, AV2
Single Estate
First Flush
Mr. Rajeev Parekh
MOONDROP
Conventional
Black
Manual
Puttabong Tea Estate, formerly known as Tukvar Tea Estate, is one of the most historic and renowned tea gardens in the Darjeeling region of West Bengal, India. Established in 1852 by Dr. Archibald Campbell, it is widely regarded as the first tea plantation in the Darjeeling hills, playing a pioneering role in the development of Darjeeling tea.
Located about 9 km from Darjeeling town, the estate stretches across scenic Himalayan slopes ranging roughly from 500 to over 6,000 feet in elevation, creating diverse microclimates ideal for producing high-quality Darjeeling teas. The garden spans a large area across several divisions and cultivates a mix of Chinese seed and clonal tea bushes, which are particularly suited to the region’s terroir.
The name “Puttabong” comes from a local Lepcha expression meaning “house of green leaves.” Today the estate is owned and managed by Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd., part of the B.K. Birla Group. Puttabong is known globally for its exceptional first flush teas, prized for their delicate floral character and finesse.
Over the years, the estate has achieved several milestones, including producing teas that have fetched record auction prices and becoming one of the first Darjeeling gardens to receive ISO certification for manufacturing, plantation, and marketing.
Early Morning (6:30 AM – 9:00 AM) – Ideal Time
Mid-Morning (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Great Option
Use filtered or bottled water.
Heat the water 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.
• Tea Character: Leaf is gently well twisted and evenly graded having good show of tips.
• Infusion: Bright green with intense flowery nose.
• Liquor: Very sweet mouth lingering light delicate first flush intense