Nepali Black Tea Loose Leaf – Spring Tippy, Premium First Flush
Green Grape · Demerara Sugar · Almond. Clean, warm finish. Wood-fired first flush.
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About This Tea
"There is no astringency at all and it is extremely soothing."
Quick Facts
- Origin: Ilam, Nepal · ~7,000 ft elevation
- Type: First-flush black tea · Whole leaf · Golden-tippy · Wood-fired
- Caffeine: ~40–50 mg per 8 oz cup (medium, about a third of coffee)
- Brew: 195°F–200°F · 3–4 minutes · re-steeps 1–2 times
- Certifications: Single-origin · direct-trade
- Taste: Green grape, demerara sugar, fresh almond, wheat, caramel. Clean, warm finish
A Wood-Fired First Flush Black Tea from Ilam
Hand-picked from the season's first buds in the cool, high-altitude gardens of Ilam, Nepal, and finished over traditional wood heat, Spring Tippy is a golden-tippy first flush black tea that captures Nepal's spring harvest at its freshest. The cup pours a clear amber-gold with bright, layered notes of green grape, demerara sugar, fresh almond, wheat, and a long caramel finish. Smooth and naturally sweet, with no astringency.
A natural fit for drinkers who want something cleaner and more nuanced than a standard breakfast blend, but with real body and caffeine. Where Himalayan Golden leads with honeyed malt and Snow Leopard brings cocoa-muscat depth, Spring Tippy's wood-fired first flush delivers a lighter, spring-bright cup that stands on its own. Browse our Nepal black tea collection for the full Ilam lineup.
A Wood-Fired First Flush from Ilam's Spring Harvest
Spring Tippy is hand-picked from the very first buds of the season in the high-altitude gardens of Ilam, Nepal, and finished by artisan tea makers over traditional wood heat. That first-flush timing and wood-fired process give this single-origin Nepal black tea its clean, sweet, grape-and-almond character and distinctive golden-tippy leaves. To learn how harvest timing shapes flavor, see our guide to Nepalese tea flavors through the seasons.
ELEVATION
~7,000 ft (High-Mountain)
HARVEST
Spring First Flush
REGION
Ilam, Nepal
What Is a First Flush Nepal Black Tea?
A first flush is the year's very first harvest, picked in early spring from the season's first buds and young leaves. At high altitude in Ilam, cool, slow-growing spring conditions concentrate natural sugars and aromatic compounds in those early buds, producing a cleaner, lighter, and more aromatic cup than summer or autumn lots. Spring Tippy is built entirely from that first pick, which is why it pours a bright amber-gold and carries fresh fruit notes instead of the deeper, roasted character of later harvests.
If you are new to Nepal black teas, our buyer's guide to Nepal black tea covers the full range from spring-harvest firsts like Spring Tippy to bold, full-bodied options like Himalayan Golden. You can also read about why altitude matters in our guide to Ilam, Nepal's premier tea region. Browse the full Nepal black tea collection to compare styles across the lineup.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Green grape, demerara sugar, toasted grain
- Body: Medium, smooth and lively with a springy texture
- Finish: Clean and long, with fresh almond and warm caramel
- Liquor: Clear amber-gold, bright
- Pairs well with: Morning pastries, almond biscotti, soft cheeses, fruit-and-nut boards, butter shortbread
Buy Nepal Black Tea Online
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 Nepal black tea online with fast U.S. fulfillment and free shipping over $60.
How to Brew Spring Tippy
- Heat the water: Heat fresh, filtered water to 195 to 200°F, just off the boil.
- Measure the leaf: Use 1 to 1.5 teaspoons (2 to 3 grams) of Spring Tippy per 8 oz cup.
- Steep: Steep 3 minutes for a lighter, fruit-forward cup; 4 minutes for more body and caramel depth.
- Re-steep: Re-steep the same leaves 1 to 2 more times, adding 30 to 45 seconds each round. For a full guide, see how to steep black tea.
Caffeine & Clean Energy
An 8 oz cup of Spring Tippy contains roughly 40 to 50 mg of caffeine, a medium level for a single-origin Nepal black tea. Combined with the L-theanine naturally present in the leaf, it delivers clean, focused energy without the jitters or crash that coffee can bring. For a deeper look, see our guide on how much caffeine is in black tea.
How Spring Tippy Compares to Our Other Nepal Black Teas
| Black Tea | Flavor Profile | Caffeine | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Tippy (this tea) | Green grape, almond, demerara sugar, wheat, caramel; wood-fired first flush | Medium | Spring-bright, fruit-forward black tea; clean, sweet sippers |
| Himalayan Golden | Honeyed malt, dried apricot, toasted sugar; rich and full-bodied; award-winning | Medium-High | Bold breakfast tea, special-occasion pour, milk tea drinkers |
| Snow Leopard | Cocoa, caramel, muscat grape, red currant; silky with a wine-like finish | Medium-High | Evening tastings, dessert pairing, wine-lover style flights |
| Sagarmatha Gold | Milk chocolate, hazelnut, cane sugar; hand-rolled first flush | Medium | Connoisseur sipping, first-flush enthusiasts |
| Mardi Himal | Malt, stone fruit, clean amber; dependable single-origin everyday cup | Medium | Reliable everyday Nepal black tea, all-day sipping |
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