Darjeeling Ambootia First Flush 2026

Darjeeling First Flush Ambootia

A spring harvest from the Ambootia garden in Darjeeling, India. The leaves, processed using traditional methods with mild oxidation and a more open rolling style, consist of a bud and two leaves. The tea has a delicate lilac aroma and a golden-yellow infusion with a full-bodied, crisp flavor and a pleasant citrus aftertaste.

How to brew Darjeeling tea

Use 5 grams of tea leaves for 0.5 litre of boiling water cooled to 85-90 °C, steep for 2–3 minutes. Feel free to experiment with steeping time, water temperature, and the amount of tea leaves. You can also read our articles on tea preparation and water quality.

Ambootia Tea Estate

The garden was established by the British government during the early days of tea cultivation in Darjeeling, between 1859 and 1864. It is located near the town of Kurseong and benefits from the local mountain climate, which produces excellent teas. It stretches across the hills at an altitude of between 900 and 1,800 meters above sea level.