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A very smooth and sweet tea with a fantastic fruity melon taste.
It has been named Platinum Needle by the producer, as it is has a darker appearance than typical ‘Silver Needles’and a slightly fuller fruitier taste.
Sourced direct from Tea Studio, a newly designed tea factory experimenting with different production styles.
Tasting Notes:
- Light sweet aroma
- Very smooth taste with sweet fruity melon notes
Harvest: First Flush, February 2019
Altitude: 1,850m
Origin: Village T Manihatty, Tamil Nadu, Nilgiris, India
Factory: Tea Studio
Sourced: Direct from the factory
Percentage of price going back to the factory: 30%+
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/197°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3-4 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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