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Discover the Excellence of Single-Origin Organic Loose-Leaf Tea from Nepal

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Emerald Green is an aromatic and refined green tea with delicate, twisted emerald-hued leaves. Only the very first spring harvest is used to make this tea and all of the wonders of Nepali spring air are captured within its leaves. This tea has a sweet and slightly floral liquor with subtle notes of zucchini, dried gardenia, and almonds that are accented by subtle hints of steamed spinach and dried lily. It is a wonderful tea to enjoy throughout the day. 

The very first harvest is set aside for the production of our Emerald Green tea. Only the first bud and a leaf or the first two leaves and a bud of the spring season are selected to make this tea. The reason for this selection is to harness all the natural freshness of spring tea that comes out only at the beginning of the season. The hand-plucked leaves are immediately taken to the factory and undergo a process of conditioning. The leaves are then jet-steamed on a perforated tray and immediately cooled by blowing cold air. The cooled leaves are rolled and then oven-dried. This tea has a distinct spring briskness and a flowery aroma with a flavor that leaves you with a lingering sweet aftertaste.

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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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Sandakphu Jade is a finely curled green tea made from tender hand-plucked leaves with a smooth and light-bodied liquor. This tea is meticulously crafted to have thin and wiry leaves that unfurl as the tea steeps. Rich vegetal notes of asparagus and steamed collard greens balance with light notes of barley, green peas, and alfalfa. This tea’s rich
and complex liquor can be enjoyed at any time of day.

One or two leaves and a bud are hand-plucked and brought to the factory. The tender leaves are allowed to rest for over 2 hours and then are jet steamed under perforated trays. The steamed leaves are immediately cooled by blowing cold air. Once the leaves are cooled, they are withered for around 4 hours. The withered and conditioned leaves are then tightly rolled for 30 minutes and allowed to rest for 15 minutes. The rolled leaves are then shaped and styled into their finished wiry shape. The leaves are then oven-dried at 110 degrees Celsius for over 1 hour. The dried leaves are hand sorted and packed for their final destination.

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Ilam Green is a vibrant, steamed green tea with gently twisted and curled leaves. The tea is made by jet steaming the leaves after they are withered in order to preserve their fresh and lively characteristics. It's light and refreshing liquor has notes of sweet butter lettuce and delicate baby arugula with hints of aromatic coriander, dried gardenia, and fresh asparagus. It can be enjoyed every day, by itself, or paired with a light meal. 

Baskets of finely plucked tea leaves, mainly two leaves, and a bud, are brought to the factory, and the tea leaves are then withered over a period of 4 to 6 hours, depending on the weather condition. The leaves are then jet-steamed for 60 to 80 seconds. Steamed leaves are transferred to netted troughs and cooled for over 4 hours. The cooled and tender leaves are then rolled for over 30 minutes and allowed to rest for 30 minutes. They are rolled and panned again simultaneously for over 15 minutes. The conditioned leaves are dried in an oven for over an hour, hand-sorted, and allowed to rest. The result is our steamed Ilam Green teas.

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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. 

Sandakphu Silver is a fantastic example of a classic Nepalese spring white tea. It is dried under the moonlight, which is reflected in its vibrant, golden-orange liquor. Fragrant notes of green grape, honeysuckle, and toasted almond are accented by notes of clover honey and nectarine. It is a tea that you will want to enjoy over and over again.

A classic Nepali white tea, the barely exposed young leaves reveal down-like white hairs. One leaf and a bud are plucked during the spring harvest. Because Nepal’s teas have a long period of dormancy, they have been shown to be higher in antioxidants than teas from other countries once hand-plucked, the tea is withered in a trough and dried in the moonlight. Sandakphu Silver has a fresh, fruity aroma. Its flavor balances subtle notes of stone fruit with a satisfying, nutty finish.

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.

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.

Ama Dablam is an autumn-picked, silver-tipped white tea named after a breathtaking mountain peak in Eastern Nepal. This elegant tea has a delicate, golden straw liquor. It is expertly processed with silvery buds and one leaf and has notes of sweetgrass, water chestnut, and dried gardenia with accents of dried lemon peel and marjoram. It is the perfect tea to enjoy hot or iced.

Ana’s Green is a classic example of a first-flush spring green tea picked in the Maipokhari Hills of Ilam. It is a quintessential tea that beautifully represents the taste of Nepal. Its gently rolled leaves and vibrant liquor have notes of artichoke, zucchini, steamed spinach, and hints of steamed spinach and artichoke hearts. It can be enjoyed every day, hot or iced.

Anna’s Green is a tea typical of the region of Maipokhari Hills of the Ilam District of Nepal. The leaves are plucked early in the season and only the tender and succulent leaves are selected for this preparation. Where ever possible High elevation plantations with wet soils facing the Himalayas are selected for this purpose. The leaves are then immediately de-enzyme and then cooled for over 1-2 hours. The leaves are then rolled to give an initial tempering and cooled again for 30 minutes. Thereafter they are shaped in a shaping machine and then dried in an oven.

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.

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.

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.

Jasbirey black tea is a second flush tea picked in the Jasbirey village at the foothills of Sandkaphu, welcomed by the winds that blow over Kanchenjunga and through the tea fields. This tea undergoes a long oxidation process which gives it a bold and defined flavor profile with notes of bran, toasted oat, and walnut. As the pale amber-hued tea is enjoyed, notes of cocoa husk and amber caramel develop as the tea cools. It is the perfect afternoon tea to have with a light snack.

Nepalese Silver Tips is an exquisite needle tea, similar to a Chinese silver needle, with tender silvery, downy buds. This distinctive tea is made using a classic white tea-making process that highlights the uniqueness of Nepal.

Indulge in the allure of Nepalese Silver Tips tea, a masterpiece of traditional white tea crafting. With its golden liquor and exquisite flavors, this antioxidant-rich tea offers a memorable journey in every cup while supporting enhanced focus and concentration. Plus, it's perfect for multiple infusions. Elevate your tea experience today!

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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