Estate Tea

Estate teas are a category of teas that are known for their high quality and unique characteristics. These teas are sourced from specific tea estates or gardens, where the tea plants are cultivated under specific growing conditions and processed with great care.

One of the defining features of estate teas is their traceability. Each estate has its own distinct terroir, which includes factors such as soil composition, altitude, climate, and surrounding vegetation. These factors influence the flavour, aroma, and overall profile of the tea produced on the estate. Estate teas often showcase the unique characteristics and flavours associated with their place of origin.

Tea estates are typically managed by skilled tea growers and artisans who follow traditional or specialized cultivation and processing techniques. They may employ methods such as hand-picking the tea leaves, carefully controlling the withering, oxidation, and drying processes, and using traditional rolling or shaping techniques. These meticulous practices contribute to the exceptional quality and flavour of estate teas.