Margaret's Hope Estate produces some of the most sought-after teas in India. The tea bushes at Margaret's Hope are mostly from the Chinese variety of Camellia sinensis and grown at altitudes of 6000 - 7,000 ft above sea level. Growth is much slower in the cool weather at this altitude producing limited crops. The leaves of this Margaret's Hope Second Flush are compact and wiry in shape and black, rust and sage in color. They have a full, fruity aroma of apricot, peach and plum. The brew is transparent, deep auburn in color. The mildly sweet cup has a delicate astrigency, round and very balanced taste with tones of cinnamon and rare woods accompanied with a notable muscatel aftertaste, a much desired characteristic of Darjeeling second flush teas. This tea will only get better as it matures. It is a much sought after tea, which Darjeeling enthusiasts find ideal in the morning/afternoon. Insider tip: You will love this tea with freshly baked scones! Dry Leaves: Compact, fully oxidized, regularly rolled whole leaves of dark brown color with small content of downy tips. Brewed Leaves: Bright coppery leaves heavy on muscatel aroma. The dark, woody notes reminded us (and others) of baked mushrooms... in a good way!
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