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Mim is in the Darjeeling area of Northern India. From the town centre on a clear day the peak of Mount Everest can be seen. The genus of the Darjeeling tea bush is the Chinese Jat, which gives it the distinctive muscatel character. Because the tea is grown at such high altitudes and in relatively cool weather the bushes do not grow quickly, and as such the production is limited. The best time of the year for quality is during 'second-flush' (end May - end June). During this time Darjeelings are incomparable to any other tea in the world. The fragrance and taste is a complex bouquet that reaches right out of the cup. Some would describe the taste as nutty; others find it reminds them of black currants, but most often it is described as similar to the taste and fragrance of muscat grapes.
Due to the superb taste and limited production of Darjeelings, these teas are quite expensive. There are many who wish to take advantage of the high prices and as a result there are Darjeeling 'blends'. Regrettably these blends are quite often very poor facsimiles of Darjeeling and in some cases only contain 10% true Darjeeling teas; the balance made up from other production areas. A true estate Darjeeling is your guarantee of quality and genuine Darjeeling tea.
1st flush - springtime harvested teas from late Feb. to mid April. The young leaves yield a light tea with generally intense muscatel with 'point'. A gentle afternoon tea.
2nd flush - Harvested in June, these teas are more fully developed. The liquor is bright and the taste full and round excellent muscatel. A superb afternoon tea that is especially good with scones and raspberry conserve.
Autumnal - Not always available depending upon the weather, they are typified by a round taste and coppery liquor. Excellent as a breakfast tea with milk.
Some people enjoy this tea with a little milk or coconut milk, although many enjoy Darjeeling teas without.
Try brewing at 95°C, and brew for 3-5 minutes. The resulting flavour is worth it. It is lighter, with less astringency, and has quite a different flavour profile, as the leaves are not burnt by the hot water. I recommend trying this first without milk, even if you normally consume black tea with milk added.
Some people like to add a little honey or sugar, which can even work as a milk substitute.
Also delicious iced and cold-brewed.
Iced Tea
Make as for hot, but add extra tea - double the amount of tea per cup is recommended.
When the tea has cooled a little, pour over ice and then serve.
Cold Brew
For a smoother taste experience.
Place the tea in a jug and add cold water.
Leave to infuse for a few hours (or overnight in the fridge).
Strain and enjoy.
Country of Origin: India.
Region: Darjeeling.
Grade: TGFOP1 (Tippy Golden Flavoury Orange Pekoe 1).
Altitude: 6800 feet above sea level.
Manufacture Type: Orthodox.
Ethical Sourcing: Monitored internally by the Mim Tea Estate.
Cup Characteristics: Good body with a classic muscatel character.
Infusion: Bright tending light.
Ingredients: Luxury black tea.
Antioxidant Level: Ultra High.
Caffeine Content: Medium.
Mim Estate
~ Darjeeling - 2nd Flush ~
Brewing: 1 tsp per cup ~ 95-100 °C ~ 3-7 min
Single Estate Loose Leaf Darjeeling
- Mim Tea Garden -
Mim is in the Darjeeling area of Northern India. From the town centre on a clear day the peak of Mount Everest can be seen. The genus of the Darjeeling tea bush is the Chinese Jat, which gives it the distinctive muscatel character. Because the tea is grown at such high altitudes and in relatively cool weather the bushes do not grow quickly, and as such the production is limited. The best time of the year for quality is during 'second-flush' (end May - end June). During this time Darjeelings are incomparable to any other tea in the world. The fragrance and taste is a complex bouquet that reaches right out of the cup. Some would describe the taste as nutty; others find it reminds them of black currants, but most often it is described as similar to the taste and fragrance of muscat grapes.
Due to the superb taste and limited production of Darjeelings, these teas are quite expensive. There are many who wish to take advantage of the high prices and as a result there are Darjeeling 'blends'. Regrettably these blends are quite often very poor facsimiles of Darjeeling and in some cases only contain 10% true Darjeeling teas; the balance made up from other production areas. A true estate Darjeeling is your guarantee of quality and genuine Darjeeling tea.
There are 3 main times of year for producing good quality Darjeelings:
1st flush - springtime harvested teas from late Feb. to mid April. The young leaves yield a light tea with generally intense muscatel with 'point'. A gentle afternoon tea.
2nd flush - Harvested in June, these teas are more fully developed. The liquor is bright and the taste full and round excellent muscatel. A superb afternoon tea that is especially good with scones and raspberry conserve.
Autumnal - Not always available depending upon the weather, they are typified by a round taste and coppery liquor. Excellent as a breakfast tea with milk.
Simpli-Special Serving Suggestions
Some people enjoy this tea with a little milk or coconut milk, although many enjoy Darjeeling teas without.
Try brewing at 95°C, and brew for 3-5 minutes. The resulting flavour is worth it. It is lighter, with less astringency, and has quite a different flavour profile, as the leaves are not burnt by the hot water. I recommend trying this first without milk, even if you normally consume black tea with milk added.
Some people like to add a little honey or sugar, which can even work as a milk substitute.
Also delicious iced and cold-brewed.
Iced Tea
Make as for hot, but add extra tea - double the amount of tea per cup is recommended.
When the tea has cooled a little, pour over ice and then serve.
Cold Brew
For a smoother taste experience.
Place the tea in a jug and add cold water.
Leave to infuse for a few hours (or overnight in the fridge).
Strain and enjoy.
Tea Spec.
Country of Origin: India.
Region: Darjeeling.
Grade: TGFOP1 (Tippy Golden Flavoury Orange Pekoe 1).
Altitude: 6800 feet above sea level.
Manufacture Type: Orthodox.
Ethical Sourcing: Monitored internally by the Mim Tea Estate.
Cup Characteristics: Good body with a classic muscatel character.
Infusion: Bright tending light.
Ingredients: Luxury black tea.
Antioxidant Level: Ultra High.
Caffeine Content: Medium.
Specifications
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SIZE:100g
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SKU:5060210561635
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Brand:Simpli-Special
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Condition:New
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Product Code:5060210561635
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Weight:0.175kg
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Outstanding Verified Purchase
The best Darjeeling on the market bar none. Exquisite flavour. I don’t drink anything else.
Heather Hurt | Isle of Man | September 2024
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The best Darjeeling on the market bar none. Exquisite flavour. I don’t drink anything else.
Heather Hurt | Isle of Man | September 2024
Excellent value. Verified Purchase
This tea has a delicate, smokey flavour, with a distinct scent of a hot cirus orchard/grove.
Michael Westcombe | | July 2024
Excellent
One of the best estate teas
Robert Mitchell | Stoke on Trent | June 2022
Value for money.
Good pungent aroma, reminiscent of Lavender. Lovelysteely body in the taste, allowing the smoky undertones to follow through afterwards.
Michael Westcombe | South London | April 2022