Kanchanjangha Noir, Nepali Black Tea

Kanchanjangha Noir is a brisk Nepal black tea with fruity and floral aromas, with hints of caramel. Flavor notes of raisins, cherry, and dark chocolate are prominent in this unique tea. Kanchanjangha Noir is a freshly plucked small batch tea packed at origin for maximum freshness.

This loose leaf black tea is perfect for everyday tea drinkers, especially those who love a classic english breakfast or earl grey. People who love single origin teas from Assam or Darjeeling will find much similarity to this tea and will surely appreciate its distinct flavor profile.

Ingredients: Artisan Black Tea
Origin: Nepal

Brewing Instructions

Water Temperature: Just off the Boil (195—205 degrees)
Water Quality: Best with Spring Water
Amount of Leaf (per 6 fl oz water): 1 Tbl.(3 grams)
Steep Time: 2-5 minutes
Number of Infusions: 2-3

Steeping for 5~6 minutes at 195 – 203 degrees gives you the full taste profile. However, if you prefer more flowery aroma, use more leaves with shorter infusion time. (I use 3 grams per 6 oz water.) Please note that this is a strong tea, use the 2g to 6oz water ratio ( or less ) for plain drinking. Using the lower 195 degree temperature will produce a smoother, lighter profile with light citrus notes, while 205 degrees will result in a bolder, fuller profile. We highly recommend brewing your tea in a teapot or mug with a removable infuser so that you can remove the leaves at the end of the steeping time. Leaving the tea leaves in the water will result in an over-infused, bitter tea. If you want a stronger cup of tea increase the amount of leaf rather than the steeping time. If you don’t have a removable infuser, you can brew the loose leaves directly in the pot. At the end of the steeping time, pour all of the tea into a warm serving pitcher or pot.