2026 First Flush Darjeeling Black Tea

We expect to receive the 2026 harvest in June. Sign up below to be notified when it arrives! This year's First Flush Darjeeling (SFTGFOP1) is sourced from Victoria's Peak, an independent section within the tea garden Steinthal. Only select tea plants are planted and cultivated in this small section. Fresh, floral, and slightly astringent, this tea has all the wonderful qualities of a great first flush. We have only a limited quantity of this seasonal tea, which won’t last long! Cups Per Package This tea is carefully packaged by hand in a reusable tin or a resealable kraft bag. Our 3 oz. tin or kraft bag makes approximately 35 to 40 cups of tea. Ingredients Black tea (Origin: Steinthal Tea Garden, Darjeeling, India) Tasting Notes Bright and lightly vegetal, with a hint of eucalyptus and a lingering finish. How to Brew First Flush Darjeeling Tea Use 1 level teaspoon per 6 oz. water. Heat water until steaming briskly, but not boiling (approx. 195º). Steep for 2 to 4 minutes. We recommend infusing this tea using a teapot, tea infuser, or tea filter. These brewing methods allow the tea leaves to expand fully and result in a more flavorful cup. We recommend enjoying first flush Darjeeling on its own, without any added milk or sweetener, in order to enjoy the unique flavor of this premium tea. First Flush Darjeeling Tea Caffeine Content Black tea contains a moderate amount of caffeine, less than half as much as coffee per cup. First Flush Darjeeling Tea Health Benefits Black tea boosts energy, helps with focus, and is a lower-caffeine alternative to coffee. More About First Flush Darjeeling Sometimes called the “champagne of teas,” Darjeeling has long been a popular staple in the tea world. Grown at high elevation in the Darjeeling region of India, Darjeeling tea is a fine black tea with floral notes and a delicate character. The specific terroir in which Darjeeling is grown, along with growing and harvesting techniques perfected over the course of centuries, contribute to its unique flavor and superior quality. Most Darjeeling black tea is produced from the second flush of the leaves, harvested from June to August. First flush Darjeeling, however, is harvested in the spring, and is even rarer and more highly sought after than the more common second flush. First flush Darjeeling teas are often lighter, featuring less oxidized leaves with green and silver highlights. They brew up a golden color and have a crisp, clean flavor profile with an astringent bite. Because of their specific character and relatively short season, first flush teas are often some of the freshest teas available, with leaves having been plucked from the tea plant only a few months prior to being brewed up into pots of tea all around the world.