{"product_id":"organic-darjeeling-loose-leaf-tea-steinthal-estate","title":"Organic Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea - Steinthal Estate SFTGFOP1","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eOrganic Darjeeling tea\u003c\/strong\u003e from Steinthal Estate is a refined single-estate loose leaf black tea for those who appreciate delicacy, provenance and real depth of character. Graded SFTGFOP1 and grown from ancient China tea bushes in one of Darjeeling’s oldest gardens, it gives a bright pale amber cup with elegant floral notes, a whisper of muscatel and a beautifully clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fdnyej\" data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eOrganic Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea from Steinthal Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eSteinthal Estate is one of the most historic names in Darjeeling tea. Established in 1852 in the Kurseong area of the Himalayan foothills, it has built a long-standing reputation for teas of grace, fragrance and exceptional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eWhat makes Steinthal especially distinctive is its exclusive use of ancient China, or Sinensis, tea bushes. These slower-growing plants were among the original varieties brought to Darjeeling and are prized for producing lighter, more aromatic teas with fine complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16lp67o\" data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eA Fine SFTGFOP1 Single Estate Darjeeling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eThis tea is graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eSFTGFOP1\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning Special Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe First Grade — a high leaf grade reserved for carefully selected, tippy orthodox teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eThe leaf is elegant and lightly twisted, with golden tips that signal careful plucking and sorting. As an organic Darjeeling tea, it is produced without synthetic inputs, allowing the natural refinement of the estate and the character of the leaf to come through clearly in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6vlic3\" data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eDelicate, Floral and Lightly Muscatel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eSteinthal SFTGFOP1 brews to a bright, pale amber liquor with excellent clarity. The flavour is gentle yet expressive, opening with refined floral notes before developing a subtle muscatel sweetness and a smooth, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eThis is not a heavy breakfast tea. It is a tea to savour slowly, especially if you enjoy high-grown black teas with elegance, perfume and fine structure rather than brute strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hita4f\" data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eBest Enjoyed Without Milk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003eMilk would soften the very qualities that make this tea special, so Steinthal is best enjoyed on its own. Served black, its floral aromatics, pale liquor and quiet muscatel depth remain beautifully clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003eIt is an excellent choice for a contemplative mid-morning cup, an unhurried afternoon pause or any moment when a more distinguished Darjeeling feels called for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zz0ulh\" data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eHow to Brew Steinthal Organic Darjeeling Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eUse water cooled slightly after boiling, ideally around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003e90°C to 95°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Add one heaped teaspoon per cup and steep for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e3 to 4 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for a bright, elegant infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3240\"\u003eFor a little more body, extend the brew to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003e5 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Drink without milk to appreciate the tea’s full aromatic character. The leaves may also be infused a second time for a lighter but still rewarding cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lbjtps\" data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003eOrganic Darjeeling black tea from Steinthal Estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fdu6a6\" data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003eAbout High Teas London\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3642\"\u003eHigh Teas London has specialised in distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over \u003cstrong data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003e350 different teas\u003c\/strong\u003e in our collection, we are proud to champion teas of genuine origin and character, including exceptional single-estate Darjeelings from some of the region’s most respected gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas London","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":37425975525554,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"125g","offer_id":37425975591090,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"250g","offer_id":37425975656626,"sku":null,"price":25.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":37425975722162,"sku":null,"price":46.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/2161\/7956\/products\/deb06_8b642e6e-c4b6-44f8-94dd-f7fa721321d0.jpg?v=1778164568","url":"https:\/\/highteas.co.uk\/products\/organic-darjeeling-loose-leaf-tea-steinthal-estate","provider":"High Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}