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SKU: T/Basant Blossom Moonligt/Ex11/26
Crafted at Turzum Tea Estate under the supervision of Master Planter Mr. Abhishek Dev, EX-11 Basant Moonlight is a refined First Flush Darjeeling tea made from the prized AV2 cultivar. Plucked on 26.03.2026 and produced on 27.03.2026, the tea underwent a careful 14-hour wither at 62%, followed by minimal fermentation of 10 minutes including rolling. It was dried at 240°F for 20 minutes and hand sorted to retain its delicate seasonal character.
The dry leaf is long, loosely rolled, and greenish in appearance, highlighted by chunky silvery tips. The cup reveals a light lemonish liquor with excellent brightness, carrying a beautiful floral flavour that reflects the elegance of Turzum’s spring harvest. The infusion is greenish-bright and even, with a soft, delicate floral note that completes its graceful First Flush profile.
Turzum EX-11 Basant Blossom is a delicate First Flush Darjeeling tea from Turzum Tea Estate, crafted from the prized AV2 cultivar under the supervision of Master Planter Mr. Abhishek Dev. Its long, greenish-bright leaves with chunky silvery tips reflect fine spring plucking and careful hand sorting. The cup opens with a light lemonish brightness, carrying a beautiful floral flavour and a soft, lingering mouthfeel. Fresh, elegant, and refined, this tea captures the tender floral charm of Turzum’s early spring harvest.
Darjeeling
AV2
Single Estate
First Flush
Mr. Abhishek Dev
FTGFOP1
Conventional
Black
Manual plucking
Today, it forms part of the combined Sungma–Turzum Tea Estate, created after a devastating 1934 earthquake destroyed the Sungma factory, leading to the consolidation of both gardens into a single production unit.
Situated at elevations ranging roughly from 1100 to 1700 meters, the estate benefits from a cool, misty Himalayan climate, rich rainfall, and fertile soil—conditions ideal for producing high-quality Darjeeling teas with distinctive aroma and flavor.
Managed by the Jayshree Tea & Industries group, Turzum is known for its premium organic black, green, oolong, and specialty clonal teas, consistently appreciated by tea connoisseurs worldwide.
The garden combines heritage, altitude, and terroir, resulting in teas that are bright, aromatic, and characteristically elegant—true to the finest traditions of Darjeeling.
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.
Leaf
The dry leaf is long, elegant, and beautifully fashioned, carrying a greenish-bright appearance that immediately reflects the freshness of a fine spring pluck. Chunky silvery tips are generously scattered through the leaf, lending it a refined ornamental quality and signalling the tenderness of the AV2 cultivar. The hand-sorted make gives the leaf a clean, graceful finish, with a visual character that is both delicate and premium.
Liquor
The cup opens to a light lemonish liquor, bright, clear, and luminous. On the palate, it reveals a charming floral expression—soft, fragrant, and beautifully poised. The flavour is delicate yet distinct, with a fresh spring-like lift that gently unfolds across the cup. Its mouthfeel is smooth, elegant, and lingering, leaving behind a refined floral trail that stays pleasantly on the palate.
Infusion
The infused leaf is greenish-bright and even, showing careful manufacture and a clean first flush character. It releases a delicate floral note, tender and graceful, echoing the fresh bloom of the season. The infusion confirms the tea’s refined AV2 profile, with a soft aromatic finish that mirrors the elegance of Turzum’s spring harvest.