Margarets Hope TGFOP 2nd Flush Darjeeling Tea

Margaret’s Hope Darjeeling Tea has a distinctive ‘muscatel’ flavour, with hints of blackcurrants which creates an almost wine like taste. It is often compared to the taste and fragrance of Muscat grape. Our Margaret’s Hope 2nd Flush Darjeeling makes a wonderful afternoon tea – Why not try it with scones and raspberry preserve for that perfect afternoon tea!

About This Tea:

Leaves: Orthodox Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe (TGFOP)

Aroma: Complex Bouquet, hints of currant and Muscat Grapes

Colour: Bright, light infusion

Taste: Distinctive Muscatel character with slight astringency

Well Being: Alert, Energised, Refreshed, Different, Special, Inspired

Caffeine Content: Approx between 27- 35mg per cup

Origin: Darjeeling, India. Grown: 6800 ft above sea level

Ingredients: Luxury Black Tea

Directions:

Hot Tea: Add 1 heaped teaspoon of loose tea for each 250ml of water into a teapot and pour freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep in the hot water for approximate 3-7 minutes depending on the strength required. Add milk and sugar to taste if required. (Why not try one of our 0/low calorie natural sweeteners such as Stevia as a replacement for sugar).

Iced Tea: To make 1 litre of Iced Tea simply add 6 heaped teaspoons of loose tea into a teapot and pour 1 – 1 1/4 cups of boiling water over the loose tea. Steep the tea for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, Fill 1/4 of a pitcher with cold water and then slowly add the infused tea (taking care to strain the leaves) Finally, add some ice cubes and top up with cold water, garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of lemon and sweeten to taste.