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Nepali Oolong Tea Loose Leaf – Namche, Single-Origin Ilam
Nectarine · toasted walnut · wildflower. Smooth, lightly sweet. Micro-lot, re-steeps 2 to 3x.
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About This Tea
A smooth, lightly oxidized micro-lot oolong with nectarine, toasted walnut, and wildflower notes.
Quick Facts
- Origin: Ilam, Nepal · late spring harvest
- Type: Light-medium oxidation oolong · whole leaf · hand-rolled · micro-lot
- Caffeine: Medium (~25–45 mg per 8 oz cup, about a third of coffee)
- Brew: 185–195°F · 2–3 minutes · re-steeps 2–3 times
- Certifications: Single-origin · direct-trade
- Specialty: Limited-release micro-batch from late spring harvest
- Taste: Nectarine, toasted walnut, wildflower · smooth, sweet finish, orange-gold liquor
Handpicked from Ilam's late spring flush and artisan-rolled in micro-batches, Namche is a smooth, lightly oxidized Nepal oolong with an orange-gold cup and layered notes of nectarine, toasted walnut, and wildflower. Each batch is small enough to taste the season, as late spring's cool nights and warming days produce a sweeter, more floral leaf than autumn harvests.
A great choice for drinkers who lean toward lighter, floral oolongs and prefer micro-lot character over standard production. Where Dragon Claw brings hazelnut-warm depth and Ruby brings stone-fruit-honey richness, Namche is brighter and more spring-floral, with a clean wildflower finish. Explore our oolong tea collection for the rest of our Ilam range, from medium-oxidation darks like Annapurna Amber to our oak-smoked Tihar specialty.
A Limited Micro-Lot from the Ilam Highlands
Namche is hand-picked from Ilam's late spring flush and rolled by artisan tea makers in small, limited batches. Late spring's cool nights and warming days produce a sweeter, more floral leaf than autumn harvests, giving this single-origin Nepali oolong its bright, spring-floral character. Because each lot is tiny, it is a true micro-lot tea, and once a season's batch sells out the next waits until the following spring.
ELEVATION
~7,000 ft (High-Mountain)
HARVEST
Late Spring Flush
REGION
Ilam, Nepal
A Lighter, Spring-Floral Nepal Oolong
Namche is a light to medium oxidation oolong, which keeps it on the brighter, more aromatic end of the oolong spectrum. The cup pours orange-gold with layered notes of nectarine, toasted walnut, and wildflower, finishing smooth and lightly sweet. It is a great pick if you find darker oolongs too heavy and want something fresh, floral, and easy to drink across the day.
If you are choosing among styles, our complete guide to Nepal oolong tea explains how oxidation shapes the cup, and our oolong picker's guide helps match a tea to your taste. You can also see how the harvest season changes flavor in our guide to Nepalese tea flavors through the seasons. Browse the full Nepal oolong tea collection for more single-origin Ilam oolongs.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Nectarine, toasted walnut, wildflower
- Body: Light to medium, smooth and silky
- Finish: Clean and lightly sweet, gently floral
- Liquor: Bright orange-gold
- Pairs well with: Fresh fruit, light pastries, almond cookies, soft cheeses, salads
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Our direct-trade model keeps more value at origin and lets us ship fresher, better-traced loose leaf tea to customers across the United States. Orders leave our Saugus, Massachusetts facility, so it is easy to buy single-origin Nepali oolong online with fast U.S. fulfillment and free shipping over $60.
How to Brew Namche
- Heat the water: Heat fresh, filtered water to 185 to 195°F.
- Measure the leaf: Use 1 heaping teaspoon of Namche per 8 oz cup.
- Steep: Steep 2 to 3 minutes for the first infusion, then taste and adjust.
- Re-steep: Infuse the same leaves 2 to 3 more times, adding 15 to 30 seconds each round. For a more ceremonial approach, see our gong fu vs western brewing guide.
Caffeine & Calm Energy
An 8 oz cup of Namche contains roughly 25 to 45 mg of caffeine, a medium level for a lightly oxidized oolong. Paired with the L-theanine naturally present in the leaf, it delivers calm, focused energy without the jitters or crash, which makes it an easy all-day cup. For a deeper look, see our guide on how much caffeine is in oolong tea.
How Namche Compares to Our Other Nepali Oolongs
| Oolong | Flavor Profile | Caffeine | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Namche (this tea) | Nectarine, toasted walnut, wildflower; light, bright, spring-floral | Medium | Lighter, floral oolong lovers; micro-lot character |
| Green Pearls | Lightly oxidized; orchid, taro, wheat; light and floral | Medium | Green-to-oolong crossover, hand-rolled pearls |
| Ruby | Toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak; smooth and silky | Medium | Toasty daily organic oolong, multiple steeps |
| Dragon Claw | Golden liquor, candied hazelnut, nutmeg, apricot jam | Medium | Gongfu sessions and warmer, nuttier profiles |
| Black Yeti | Stewed apricot, roasted barley, honey, plum, caramel; autumn harvest | Medium | Roasted, fruit-forward, deeper autumn cup |
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