{"product_id":"nilgiri-loose-leaf-black-tea-blue-mountain-house-selection","title":"Nilgiri Blue Mountain Loose Leaf Black Tea - House Selection SFTGFOP1","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"226\"\u003eNilgiri loose leaf black tea\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Mountain House Selection is a beautifully refined SFTGFOP1 from the high-grown gardens of southern India. Bright, mellow and gently fruity, it brews to a clear copper cup with soft floral lift and remarkably low astringency — elegant hot, excellent over ice and one of the most approachable Indian black teas in our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1tghgsx\" data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eNilgiri Loose Leaf Black Tea from the Blue Mountains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eThe Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu produce some of India’s most graceful black teas, known for their clarity, smoothness and naturally fresh character. This House Selection is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eSFTGFOP1\u003c\/strong\u003e grade Nilgiri, chosen for its consistency, finesse and easy-drinking elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eGrown at high elevation, it offers a lighter, more floral style than a bold Assam, yet with enough depth and structure to feel genuinely satisfying in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"162cxis\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eBright, Fruity and Beautifully Low in Astringency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eIn the cup, this Nilgiri loose leaf black tea pours a clear amber-copper liquor with warm golden tones. The flavour is mellow and gently fruity, with a subtle floral note and a clean, refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eIts low astringency makes it especially smooth and approachable. It is a tea that feels polished without becoming delicate, and refreshing without losing black tea character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1koamfz\" data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eSFTGFOP1 House Selection with Fine Golden Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eSFTGFOP1\u003c\/strong\u003e grade, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eSuper Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe First Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflects a high-quality orthodox leaf with fine tips and careful selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eThis gives the tea its refined appearance and smooth, layered cup. As our House Selection, it has been chosen not only for quality, but for its versatility — equally rewarding as a hot afternoon tea or a cold, clean iced infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ofgugg\" data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1njc66a\" data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u3bmnt\" data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose leaf black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13eksh5\" data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e SFTGFOP1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19rxn9x\" data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright copper with golden hues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ocnu5y\" data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow, lightly fruity, softly floral and clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u0tlgh\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eBest enjoyed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, with lemon, lightly with milk or served over ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lnybaf\" data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003eOne of the Finest Black Teas for Iced Brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eThis tea is particularly well suited to home-brewed iced tea. Because of its naturally low astringency, it cools beautifully without becoming cloudy or harsh, leaving a bright, refreshing cup with excellent flavour clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eServed hot, it is smooth and elegant. Served over ice, it becomes clean, lively and remarkably refreshing — a genuine all-season black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"885fgg\" data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eHow to Brew Nilgiri Blue Mountain House Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003eUse freshly boiled water at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and add \u003cstrong data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003eone generous teaspoon per cup\u003c\/strong\u003e. Steep for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2834\"\u003e3 to 4 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003e3-minute\u003c\/strong\u003e brew keeps the tea lighter and more floral. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003e4-minute\u003c\/strong\u003e infusion brings out a little more body and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003eFor iced tea, brew at double strength using slightly less water, then pour directly over ice. This tea is excellent plain, with a slice of lemon or with a small splash of milk if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lbjtps\" data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eBlack tea, \u003cem data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3201\"\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fdu6a6\" data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eAbout High Teas London\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3543\"\u003eHigh Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over \u003cstrong data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003e350 different teas\u003c\/strong\u003e in our collection, we are proud to offer outstanding teas from every major growing region, including beautifully crafted Indian black teas such as our Nilgiri Blue Mountain House Selection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas London","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":7691667341348,"sku":"NIBL-50-RA153","price":2.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125g","offer_id":7691667374116,"sku":"NIBL-125-RA153","price":6.77,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":7691667406884,"sku":"NIBL-250-RA153","price":8.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":41239127720114,"sku":"NIBL-500-RA153","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":41239133520050,"sku":"NIBL-60-RA153","price":4.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g","offer_id":41239138992306,"sku":"NIBL-150-RA153","price":7.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/2161\/7956\/products\/OurHouseSelectionPM.jpg?v=1778163004","url":"https:\/\/highteas.co.uk\/products\/nilgiri-loose-leaf-black-tea-blue-mountain-house-selection","provider":"High Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}