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A refined Second Flush Darjeeling from Lizahill Tea Estate, crafted from the prized AV2 cultivar. The well-made dark brown leaf shows an attractive presence of tips, opening to a bright coppery infusion with distinct fruity and lemony aromatics. The amber liquor is smooth and elegant, carrying a pronounced clonal character and a clean, lingering finish. A poised and expressive tea that reflects the fine aromatic qualities of AV2.
An elegant AV2 clonal Darjeeling with a bright coppery infusion, smooth amber liquor, and distinct fruity-lemony aromatics, finishing with a refined and lingering clonal character.
Darjeeling
AV2
Single Estate
Second Flush
Rajiv Kumar
FLOWERY CLONAL
Organic
Black
Fine plucking of tender AV2 shoots, comprising two leaves and a bud.
Nestled in the mist-laden hills of Darjeeling, Lizahill Tea Estate carries the quiet elegance of a classic Himalayan garden. Once an independent estate with its own factory, Lizahill is now part of the historic Risheehat Tea Garden, a name associated with steep terrain, fertile mountain soil, and the refined character of organic Darjeeling tea. Its elevation, cool climate, and well-drained slopes create ideal conditions for producing teas of delicacy, brightness, and aromatic complexity.
The garden is especially linked with the prized Darjeeling profile—floral, layered, and muscatel in expression, with second flush teas known for their distinctive depth and fragrance. Surrounded by neighbouring Darjeeling gardens and set within a richly traditional tea-growing belt, Lizahill reflects the region’s enduring craft: careful plucking, sensitive manufacture, and a deep respect for the mountain terroir that gives Darjeeling tea its celebrated identity.
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 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: An attractive dark-brown leaf with a fine, well-made appearance and a generous show of bright tips, reflecting careful manufacture and the refined character of the AV2 cultivar.
Liquor: A clear, luminous amber cup with a smooth, graceful texture. The liquor carries an elegant clonal character, unfolding gently across the palate and leaving a clean, persistent and pleasantly lingering finish.
Infusion: Bright coppery leaves with a lively aromatic expression. Distinct notes of ripe fruit and fresh citrus from the cup, complemented by the characteristic floral-fruity fragrance and refined aromatic depth associated with fine AV2 clonal teas.