Our Decaffeinated Darjeeling loose leaf tea is a refined TGFOP black tea for those who love the floral elegance and gentle muscatel character of Darjeeling, but prefer to enjoy it with very little caffeine. Light, smooth and beautifully aromatic, it brews to a clear amber cup with soft grape-like sweetness and a calm, polished finish — ideal for afternoons and evenings when a finer black tea still feels just right.

Decaffeinated Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea with TGFOP Character

Darjeeling TGFOP Decaffeinated offers the graceful character of a fine Himalayan black tea in a form that suits later-day drinking. The TGFOP grade, or Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe, reflects careful leaf selection and the presence of attractive golden tips.

This is a tea for those who do not want to compromise on flavour simply because they are choosing decaffeinated. It remains recognisably Darjeeling: light in body, aromatic in the cup and delicately expressive.

Floral, Lightly Muscatel and Smooth

In the cup, this decaffeinated Darjeeling loose leaf tea brews to a luminous amber liquor with a soft, elegant aroma. The flavour is gently floral, with a subtle muscatel sweetness and a clean finish that lingers without heaviness.

It has the poised, refined style associated with Darjeeling, making it a particularly satisfying choice for tea drinkers who prefer lighter black teas over stronger breakfast blends.

A Fine Decaffeinated Black Tea for Later in the Day

Many decaffeinated teas can feel muted, but this one retains a pleasing sense of lift and character. The cup remains bright, smooth and aromatic, giving you a genuinely enjoyable Darjeeling experience without the full caffeine level of a standard black tea.

That makes it an excellent option for quiet afternoon cups, early evening drinking or anyone reducing caffeine while still wanting something more elegant than a basic decaf blend.

At a Glance

• Tea type: Decaffeinated loose leaf black tea
• Origin style: Darjeeling, West Bengal
• Grade: TGFOP
• Liquor: Clear luminous amber
• Flavour: Floral, softly muscatel and smooth
• Best enjoyed: Without milk, though a very small splash can be added

Best Enjoyed Without Milk

This tea is at its best served plain, allowing the light floral notes and subtle muscatel sweetness to show clearly. A very small splash of milk can be added if preferred, but it is not needed.

For Darjeeling drinkers who want a more evening-friendly option, this is a particularly graceful choice.

How to Brew Decaffeinated Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea

Use water cooled slightly after boiling, ideally around 90°C to 95°C. Add one heaped teaspoon per cup and steep for 3 to 4 minutes.

Taste at the three-minute mark first. A little longer will deepen the cup while keeping the finish smooth and balanced.

Ingredients

Decaffeinated Darjeeling black tea, TGFOP grade.

About High Teas London

High Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over 350 different teas in our collection, we believe a rewarding cup should be available for every moment of the day, from bold breakfast teas to refined lower-caffeine options such as this decaffeinated Darjeeling.