Darjeeling Himalayan Blend Loose Leaf Tea - 2nd Flush Black Tea

Our Darjeeling Himalayan Blend loose leaf tea is a refined second flush black tea from high Himalayan gardens, with a light brass-coloured liquor, fresh aromatic lift and a smooth, gently spiced finish. Softer and more versatile than a highly intense single-estate second flush, it offers subtle muscatel sweetness and elegant Darjeeling character in a beautifully balanced afternoon cup.

Darjeeling Himalayan Blend Loose Leaf Tea with Second Flush Character

Darjeeling Himalayan Blend is a carefully selected second flush garden blend, bringing together high-quality leaf from the Darjeeling region into one poised and aromatic cup. Similar specialist listings describe Himalayan Blend as a second flush Darjeeling with medium-dark leaf, a bronze or bright liquor and a fully aromatic, gently spicy character.

This makes it a particularly appealing choice for customers who want the charm of second flush Darjeeling in a softer, more approachable style than some bolder single-estate teas.

Light Brass Liquor with Gentle Spice and Muscatel Sweetness

In the cup, this Darjeeling Himalayan Blend loose leaf tea brews to a clear, luminous brass-toned infusion with a fine, fragrant aroma. The flavour is fresh and lightly spiced, with a subtle muscatel sweetness and a smooth, rounded finish that remains elegant rather than forceful.

It is aromatic without being heavy, refined without feeling delicate and especially rewarding when drunk slowly without milk.

A Balanced Second Flush Darjeeling Blend

The second flush harvest is prized for the deeper, more muscatel character it develops during the warmer early summer season. In this Himalayan blend, that quality appears in a gentler, more harmonious form — softly aromatic, lightly musky and well suited to regular enjoyment.

Competitor descriptions for similar blends likewise emphasise a spicy, fully aromatic cup with a bright or bronze infusion, supporting the decision to position this as a refined Darjeeling Himalayan Blend rather than simply as a generic second flush tea.

At a Glance

• Tea type: Loose leaf black tea
• Origin: Darjeeling, India
• Harvest: Second flush garden blend
• Liquor: Light brass-coloured, clear and luminous
• Flavour: Aromatic, gently spiced, softly muscatel and smooth
• Best enjoyed: Without milk, though a very small splash can be added

An Elegant Afternoon Darjeeling

Darjeeling Himalayan Blend is an excellent afternoon tea for those who enjoy fragrance, balance and subtlety in the cup. It is especially good without milk, which allows the delicate spice, light muscatel quality and clear Himalayan character to come through cleanly.

It is refined enough to savour, yet approachable enough to return to often.

How to Brew Darjeeling Himalayan Blend

Use water at around 90°C to 95°C and add one heaped teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes.

A 3-minute brew gives a lighter, more fragrant cup. A 4-minute infusion develops slightly greater body and a fuller second flush character.

Serve without milk for the clearest expression of the blend. If preferred, add only a small amount so the aroma and light brass liquor remain the focus.

Ingredients

Black tea from Darjeeling second flush garden blend.

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 are proud to offer both exceptional single-estate teas and carefully chosen regional blends, including elegant Darjeeling selections such as this Himalayan second flush blend.