{"product_id":"organic-darjeeling-makaibari-2nd-flush-loose-leaf-tea-ftgfop1","title":"Organic Darjeeling Makaibari 2nd Flush Loose Leaf Tea - FTGFOP1","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eOur Organic Darjeeling Makaibari 2nd Flush loose leaf tea is a refined FTGFOP1 black tea from one of Darjeeling’s most celebrated estates, offering luminous amber-gold liquor, soft muscatel depth and a beautifully aromatic finish. Smooth, fruity and gently spiced, it reveals notes of stone fruit and baked apple in a cup that rewards slow afternoon drinking without milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"n220g4\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eOrganic Darjeeling Makaibari 2nd Flush Loose Leaf Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eMakaibari is one of Darjeeling’s most historically significant tea estates, established in the nineteenth century and widely associated with pioneering organic and biodynamic tea cultivation. The estate also retains extensive forest cover, which forms a defining part of its distinctive ecological setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eThis second flush FTGFOP1 selection captures the fuller, warmer character of early summer Darjeeling, when the leaf develops the aromatic depth and muscatel sweetness for which the season is prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1lz015j\" data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eMuscatel, Stone Fruit and Gentle Spice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eIn the cup, this Organic Darjeeling Makaibari 2nd Flush loose leaf tea brews to a clear amber-gold liquor with a sweet, lifted aroma. The flavour is soft, full and expressive, with classic muscatel character, ripe stone-fruit warmth, baked apple-like sweetness and a gently spiced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eComparable Makaibari second flush teas are often described as aromatic, fruity, floral and best enjoyed black, which fits this tea’s refined, layered profile particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ek56ef\" data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eFTGFOP1 Organic Estate Tea with Exceptional Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003eThe FTGFOP1 grade indicates a carefully selected orthodox leaf with fine tips and a polished finished appearance. Combined with Makaibari’s estate reputation, organic credentials and distinctive second flush character, this is a tea with genuine provenance and a cup to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eIt is elegant without being delicate, complex without becoming difficult and especially rewarding for Darjeeling drinkers who value depth, fragrance and a clear sense of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ofgugg\" data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qy8ddy\" data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003eTea type: Organic loose leaf black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1shzmmx\" data-start=\"2868\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eOrigin: Makaibari Estate, Darjeeling, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ypy7d\" data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003eHarvest: Second flush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1om0s3e\" data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003eGrade: FTGFOP1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ofson4\" data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eLiquor: Luminous amber-gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q41c90\" data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3055\"\u003eFlavour: Muscatel, stone fruit, baked apple, gently spiced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s6blm3\" data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eBest enjoyed: Without milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rpd4j\" data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003eA Fine Afternoon Darjeeling to Savour Slowly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003eMakaibari second flush is a tea to drink with attention. It is best enjoyed black, allowing the muscatel sweetness, fruit depth and refined estate character to remain clear in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003eIt is especially well suited to the afternoon, when its aromatic complexity and smooth, unhurried finish can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1fux1a1\" data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003eHow to Brew Makaibari 2nd Flush FTGFOP1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3596\"\u003eUse water at around 90°C to 95°C and add one heaped teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"3735\"\u003eA 3-minute brew gives a brighter, more lifted cup. A 4-minute infusion develops fuller fruit depth and a more rounded muscatel character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3737\" data-end=\"3865\"\u003eServe without milk to preserve the tea’s aromatic clarity. A warmed pot or glass teapot is well suited to a tea of this quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lbjtps\" data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3882\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"3943\"\u003eOrganic black tea from Makaibari Estate, Darjeeling, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fdu6a6\" data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"3971\"\u003eAbout High Teas London\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003eHigh 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 teas of genuine provenance and refinement, including exceptional organic Darjeelings such as Makaibari Estate 2nd Flush FTGFOP1.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas London","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":7683405611044,"sku":"DAFL-50-DB06","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"125g","offer_id":7683405643812,"sku":"DAFL-125-DB06","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"250g","offer_id":7683405676580,"sku":"DAFL-250-DB06","price":25.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":7683405709348,"sku":"DAFL-500-DB06","price":46.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"60g","offer_id":45604080484566,"sku":"DAFL-60-DB06","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"150g","offer_id":45604080943318,"sku":"DAFL-150-DB06","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/2161\/7956\/files\/DarjeelingMakaibariEstPM.jpg?v=1778162046","url":"https:\/\/highteas.co.uk\/products\/organic-darjeeling-makaibari-2nd-flush-loose-leaf-tea-ftgfop1","provider":"High Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}