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Experience the finest organic black tea from Sandakphu, Nepal, with Himalayan Golden Tea—a premium loose-leaf tea celebrated for its exceptional quality. This award-winning tea has been recognized as the Best Black Tea by the North American Tea Championship and honored with the prestigious Gold Standard Award at The Leafies International Tea Competition 2024.

Delight in its deep amber liquor, enriched with exquisite notes of malt, clover honey, and burnt sugar, beautifully balanced with hints of apricot and clove. Perfect as a breakfast tea, it can be enjoyed with or without milk and sugar to suit your preference.

Celebrate Nepali tea with Himalayan Golden Tea, an exceptional organic loose-leaf tea from Nepal's Ilam region. Enjoy award-winning excellence in every cup. Elevate your tea collection—shop now!

Pokhara is named after the colorful Nepalese city, Pokhara, located on the ancient trading route between India and China. Its pale amber liquor has notes of arugula, asparagus, and toasted barley, accented by hints of toasted pine nut and turnip. This is a classic Nepalese organic green tea that can be enjoyed, hot or iced and pairs well with a light meal.

Pokhara lies in the northwestern corner of a stunning green valley. Our tea is named for the area, which is the base of the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek. Our outstanding flagship green loose-leaf tea provides a springtime aroma and flavor and a bright, clean finish. According to health experts, one cup of green tea daily can provide significant health benefits. This tea stays clear when cold-brewed. 

Spring White Buds is a spring-picked Organic Loose Leaf White Tea that offers a vibrant and refreshing representation of springtime in Nepal. Its yellow straw-hued liquor has aromatic notes of wildflowers, muscat grape, and clover, accented by subtle notes of nasturtium and barley. It is a wonderful option for an afternoon cup of tea.

This unique, artisan tea is a vibrant expression of the fresh Himalayan spring. A silver leaf and a bud were carefully plucked in April and quickly oxidized. The first sip of the lovely straw infusion reveals a delicate balance of stone fruit, asparagus, and sweet grass. The finish is smooth and buttery.

Rara Willow is a organic loose leaf white tea made with only one bud and a leaf that is rolled and dried at a high temperature, giving it a unique flavor profile. Its straw-hued liquor has notes of apricot, clover honey, dried orange peel, and subtle hints of toasted wheat and dried parsley. This tea can be enjoyed by itself as a light breakfast tea or a lively afternoon tea.

A silvery bud and one tender first leaf are plucked early in the morning or late afternoon. The leaves are then withered overnight with a constant supply of natural air. Early in the morning, the leaves are hand-rolled and then allowed to rest for one to two hours. Once the rolled leaves begin changing color, they are lightly machine-rolled for 15 minutes and then dried immediately with low heat. Finally high heat drying increases the flavor profile and shelf life of this lovely white tea. The leaves emit extraordinary sweet grassy aromas. The cup reveals a sweet and crispy profile, with a lovely floral aroma. The finish reveals refreshing hints of orange and lemon.

Sagarmatha Gold is a first-prize-winning first flush black tea named after the breathtaking Mount Everest. Highly Commended at THE LEAFIES International Tea Competition 2024, this tea is renowned for its golden buds and captivating, complex flavor profile. Its golden liquor reveals delightful notes of milk chocolate, hazelnut, cocoa powder, oat, and cane sugar. A must-try for black tea lovers.

To the Nepalese, Mount Everest is “Sagarmatha,” and this first-flush tea delivers an experience as rarefied as pure mountain air. Grown at 7,000 feet in rich soil, its tender buds are plucked, withered, naturally oxidized, hand-rolled, and dried with care.

True to its name, Sagarmatha Gold ranked first in an international tea tasting held at Mount Everest Base Camp in April 2018 and earned global recognition at THE LEAFIES 2024. This tea highlights the excellence of Nepal’s Ilam region, home to the world’s finest teas.

Embark on a delightful journey with every sip, inspired by the serene beauty of the Mardi Himal peak in Nepal's Annapurna region. This exquisite tea captures the essence of the majestic mountains, infusing your senses with the refreshing flavors of the Himalayas.

Mardi Himal Black Tea is an irresistible masterpiece that will elevate your tea experience to new heights. Similar to our beloved Lhotse Black Tea and Ruby Oolong Tea, Mardi Himal Black Tea is carefully hand-plucked, withered, and rolled to perfection. But what truly sets this tea apart is its critical oxidation/fermentation process, which infuses it with an enchanting flavor profile that will mesmerize your taste buds.

Discover the enchantment of Mardi Himal with each delightful infusion. Experience the brilliance and artistry in every cup—unleash your senses with Mardi Himal today. The spring first flush leaves used for this black tea are expertly hand-picked, withered, and oxidized to develop a pronounced aroma reminiscent of fig jam with subtle floral undertones. The tea's rich red liquor delivers a smooth and harmonious mouthfeel, accompanied by a captivating fruity and woodsy aroma. Subtle hints of malt and citrus complement the structured tannins, culminating in a lingering sweet finish that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.

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Premium Spring Tippy is a spring-picked black tea grown in the pure mountain air of Nepal. Picked in the spring, Premium Spring Tippy has a vibrant, golden liquor with notes of green grape, demerara sugar, and fresh almond, accented by notes of wheat and caramel. It is a stunning tea that can make every day special.

The very first buds and new leaves are picked with precision, then withered, rolled, and naturally oxidized. Once the optimum flavor profile is achieved, the tea is wood-fired. 

Manaslu Spring Tippy is a spring-picked black tea grown near Manaslu, Nepal’s “mountain of the spirits.” Its deep straw-hued liquor has notes of dried lily, barley, and endive with subtle notes of honeysuckle and cane sugar. It is a wonderful afternoon tea that shines by itself.

The very first buds and new leaves are picked with precision in the mountain air, then withered, rolled, and naturally oxidized.  Once the optimum flavor profile is achieved, the teas are wood-fired. The result is beautiful tea with silver curled tips.

Lhotse is a summer-picked, hand-rolled black tea from the Jasbirey village. It is the perfect morning tea with notes of toasted pecan, fig, and buckwheat. Its aromatic amber liquor develops notes of bran and red plum as it is enjoyed.

These rare organic artisan black teas are hand-rolled followed by mechanical rolling to give a fine twist, it is completely oxidized sometime over 26 hours at 6500 feet elevation. The constant flow of cold mist supplied by nature at this altitude makes the oxidation (natural fermentation) process extremely slow which allows a gradual change of Polyphenols to flavonoids (theaflavins and thearubigins) to the extent that it is almost equal in ratio. Once the desired color and nose (flavor) is attained during this natural oxidation process this tea is dried slowly and matured with time and perfection.

Kalo Chiya is a spring-picked black tea from Jasbirey village, which is traditionally oxidized naturally and hand-rolled. Its amber liquor has notes of red plum, cocoa powder, and bran which are accented by notes of caramel and malt. This beautiful tea will develop more complexity and sweetness over many steeps. This tea was an award winner in the North American Tea Championship.

Unique to Jasbirey, this tea is central to the village culture, where it is still carefully hand-rolled in homes. The tea’s character is “strength and energy” followed by a lasting gentle finish. This tea, harvested in the spring, is oxidized using a constant flow of natural cool mist, which enables an equal ratio of polyphenols and flavonoids. Once the desired color and nose are achieved during this natural oxidation process, Kalo Chiya is dried slowly and matured with time and perfection. Partially rolled by hand, this traditional method produces a distinctive, nuanced cup.

Sherpa Breakfast is a robust, full-bodied black tea picked in autumn, embodying the character and spirit of Nepal. This bold nepali black tea, with its deep amber liquor, offers assertive notes of bran, red grape, and malt, complemented by hints of walnut. Perfect with or without milk and sugar, this invigorating tea is ideal for starting your day.

Reflecting the true Sherpa spirit, our flagship breakfast tea is a third flush variety grown at 7000ft altitude. Like a fine wine, it matures over six months, achieving a perfect balance of flavors. The deep amber infusion offers a smooth mouthfeel, with stone fruit and floral notes typical of the finest Nepali teas.

Enjoy the high caffeine content and health benefits, including antioxidants that boost energy and provide a calming effect. Comparable to Darjeeling Second Flush and ideal for lovers of Earl Grey or classic English Breakfast, this loose leaf black tea is perfect for everyday tea drinkers seeking a distinctive, single-origin experience. Handpicked and direct, it ensures freshness in every cup.

Snow Leopard is a spring-picked black tea made with hand-picked leaves and buds and uses a unique oxidation process where the tea develops wine-like characteristics. Notes of cocoa powder, red currant, and caramel are accented by notes of clover honey and muscat grape. This tea can be enjoyed over many steeps.

This exquisite black tea is produced with the finest hand-picked leaves and buds and is prepared with similar perfection to Lhotse Black Tea. However, the key difference is in the season of tea growth and the fermentation process. During the tea-making process, an anaerobic method is used for fermentation or oxidation. While in Lhotse Black preparation a constant flow of natural mist is applied during oxidation, whereas in Snow Leopard, the mist is completely disallowed and the tea is allowed to get oxidized with the available oxygen within the leaf. A chunk of tea mass is compressed so as to allow an anaerobic natural reaction to take place so that the sweet character is attained with a hint of Winey taste with a darker reddish infusion and liquor profile.

Himalayan Masala is an aromatic blended black tea with added ingredients here inspired by traditional spices used in Nepal. Its rich liquor has notes of cinnamon, ginger, and malt, with hints of clove and cardamom. It is the perfect go-to tea to enjoy throughout the day and for making hot and iced lattes and spiced tea cookies.

Inspired by the serene beauty of the Namche region, our Namche Oolong Tea embodies the essence of the mountains.

During late spring and early summer, under the gentle rays of the sun, skilled hands pluck silvery buds and tender leaves. These delicate treasures embark on a meticulously choreographed journey, starting with a tender withering process, as the hours pass and nature's breath weaves its magic.

Hand-rolled with the utmost care, the leaves rest and harmonize with the elements, unveiling their unique character as they change color. A touch of artistry elevates the tea through a gentle tight roll, akin to the sublime Annapurna Oolong Tea. However, the true essence lies in the final shaping process, where the leaves gracefully acquire their captivating texture, a testament to the dedication of tea artisans.

Finally, the leaves are dried and lovingly sorted, ensuring only the finest reach your cup. The orange-hued liquor has notes of nectarine, walnuts, and wildflowers, with subtle tannins that develop into a sweet finish. This oolong tea offers a sublime taste journey, inspired by the serene beauty of the Himalayas.

Surrender to the allure of this exceptional elixir, and with every precious sip, let the essence of Sandakphu Garden enchant your senses, evoking the poetry of nature in each moment of indulgence.

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Black Yeti is a classic Nepalese oolong made during the crisp days and long, cool nights of autumn in Ilam. Its deep amber liquor has notes of stewed apricot, barley, and honey, as the leaves unfurl over many steeps. Notes of stewed plum and caramel will continue to develop as the tea is enjoyed.

Annapurna Amber Oolong is named after the striking Himalayan massif, Annapurna, which translates to “Goddess of the Harvests” from Sanskrit. This Darjeeling-style rolled oolong exemplifies the beauty of Nepal within its amber liquor. Notes of caramel, malt, and marmalade are carried by notes of walnut and toasted wheat. The tea will develop more complexity and sweetness over many steeps.

Ruby is a summer-picked oolong with a long oxidation process, giving it a strong and long-lasting flavor profile. Its distinct, deep red liquor has assertive notes of toasted pecan, brown sugar, and nectarine. As the tea is steeped, notes of honey and oak gradually develop. It is a wonderful tea to enjoy all day long.

Ruby depicts “Fire”- the character is strength, vitality, and a lasting, yet smooth finish. This Ruby is hand-rolled, followed by brief and gentle mechanical rolling to give it a fine twist.  It is oxidized over 24 hours at 6500 feet elevation. The constant flow of cold mist supplied by nature at this altitude makes the oxidation process extremely slow, which allows a gradual change of polyphenols to flavonoids (theaflavins and thearubigins) to such an extent that they wind up almost equal in ratio. Once the quintessential hue and nose (flavor) is attained during this natural oxidation process, this tea is dried slowly and matured over time to perfection.

Dragon Claw is a robust, summer-picked oolong tea that is best described using the Nepalese tribal expression, “Mio Kulang,” which means dragon or eagle claws. It is highly oxidized, which gives it a deep brown liquor with notes of candied hazelnuts, nutmeg, and apricot jam. As the tea is steeped and enjoyed, notes of brown sugar and toasted walnut develop.

Cultivated during the summer flush, the tea is plucked at the beginning of the harvest when the leaves are dark green. Processing begins with mechanical rolling and shaping, which gently bruises the leaves and darkens the color, and indicates that its oxidation (60%) is complete. Its deep color reveals a surprisingly golden cup, with a rich-tasting amber cup.

Himalayan Pearls are steamed and rolled green tea with a captivating floral and lightly toasted aroma. Dark green, chlorophyll-rich, one or two leaves and a bud are plucked to make this special tea. Its smooth green liquor has well-developed notes of artichoke hearts and dried magnolia. As the tender leaves unfurl, delicate hints of bean sprouts, pine nuts, and steamed asparagus develop. This tea’s captivating aroma and liquor will make you want to enjoy the tea more.

Tender one or two first leaves and a bud from select bushes with darker green leaves, which generally have a higher chlorophyll content, are selected from the garden for the preparation of our steamed Green Pearls. The leaves are withered gently for around 2 hours under cool conditions with good air circulation, then jet steamed under perforated trays. The newly steamed leaves are immediately cooled and rolled with a machine roller for 30 minutes. The leaves are allowed to rest for around 30 minutes and then shaped into small pearls. Shaping is carried out in a shaping machine and then finally dried in an oven dryer for around 1.5 hours at 110 Degree Celsius.

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Half Moon Pearl is a summer-picked green tea from Sandakphu that is shaped into striking half-moon pearls. Its vibrant amber liquor has fragrant notes of bean sprout, endive, and parsnip. As the tea is enjoyed, notes of artichoke and steamed spinach develop as the leaves unfurl. It is a wonderful, comforting afternoon tea.

This rare second-flush tea from Sandakphu is hand-picked from select tea bushes with high chlorophyll content and valuable antioxidants. One leaf and a bud are plucked and immediately placed in a withering truck in the fields with a supply of cold air. After one hour, the leaves go through a one-minute de-enzyme process, which halts the oxidation. The leaves are put into a roller, then a shaper, producing the beautiful half-moon pearls. 

Jade Spring white tea captures the crispness and freshness of a Nepalese spring in its bright green buds and leaves and pale yellow-green liquor. Its vibrant pale green leaves have aromatic notes of coriander, bean sprout, and asparagus that are highlighted by notes of fresh almond and steamed green beans. It is a wonderful option for a morning cup of tea.

The early Spring harvest is set aside for the production of Jade White, which captures all of the freshness of Nepal’s spring. Only select first buds and leaves are plucked and immediately taken to the factory, preserving all of the healthy antioxidants. The leaves are quickly conditioned, resulting in an exquisite lime infusion. The cup reveals a mild balance of peas, asparagus, sweet grass, and mint.

Discover the finest black teas from Nepal's Ilam region, a collection crafted with care and tradition to bring you pure, flavorful moments.

Himalayan Golden Organic Black Tea (1.6 oz)
Savor this award-winning tea, crowned Best Black Tea by the North American Tea Championship. Grown in the fertile Himalayan foothills, this artisan loose-leaf tea boasts uniformly curled leaves and a rich golden liquor. Experience the perfect harmony of stone fruit and honey in every sip.

Sherpa Breakfast Tea (1.6 oz)
Start your day with the bold spirit of Nepal. This robust, amber-hued tea offers a smooth mouthfeel with hints of stone fruit and floral notes, capturing the essence of premium Nepali teas.

Himalayan Masala Spiced Black Tea (2 oz)
Elevate your senses with this traditional blend of Nepali spices and Nepal black tea. Infused with cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, it’s perfect for creating a comforting, authentic chai experience at home.

Indulge in the taste of Nepal today!

This collection includes three pure and flavorful teas from the Ilam region of Nepal. The teas included in this collection are:

Himalayan Golden Black Tea | 1.6 oz– After a short summer season in Nepal, the Himalayan monsoon approaches the foothills with a magnanimous rush. The golden-red soil of Sandakphu drinks in this moisture, producing a rare artisan tea that reflects all of nature’s goodness. After plucking, the leaves are 25 percent withered, then rolled in mechanical rollers. The tea is then placed in a shaping machine and further dried, producing uniformly curled leaves. The liquor is a distinctive rich golden color, with a cup that is mild yet flavorful, with a lovely balance of stone fruit and honey.  We were honored when the tea was selected as the best Black tea by the North American Tea Championship.

Pokhara Classic Green | 2 oz - A colorful Nepalese city that lies on the ancient trading route between India and China, Pokhara lies in the northwestern corner of a stunning green valley. Our tea is named for the area, which is the base of the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek. Our outstanding flagship green tea provides a springtime aroma and flavor and a bright, clean finish. This tea stays clear when cold-brewed. 

Dhaulagiri White Tea | 1.2 oz- Dhaulagiri is a stunning hand-picked, first-flush white tea that is dried and gently rolled, accentuating the purity of Nepal’s spring air. It is named after a stunning white mountain range and reflects its beauty in its pale gold liquor. Its silvery, green leaves have fragrant notes of marjoram, almond, and pine nuts with hints of bean sprout and dried lily. Enjoy sipping this comforting tea.