The Tea Makers of London
Darjeeling Teas
These teas are amongst the most revered in the world, referred to as the 'champagne of teas'. Their arrival is a highly anticipated event in the annual tea calendar. The Darjeeling district, located in the foothills of the Himalayas in north-eastern India, produces exclusive loose leaf teas with a distinctive muscatel tones.
About Darjeeling
First flush Darjeeling tea, which is the name given for the first spring buds of the year, is widely considered to signify the start of the new season. The Darjeeling First Flush comes from the Himalayan foothills, where following the harsh, bitter winter, the first tea buds open with the first sign of spring sunshine. The first flush teas have a more pronounced floral aroma and offer a slightly more intense fruity flavour, distinct to Darjeeling. Their arrival in the renowned tea region is a highly anticipated event in the annual tea calendar.
Want to know more about this years first flush?
Explore the new 2026 additions fresh from the Giddapahar Tea Garden, Jungpana, Okayti , Glenburn Moonshine and Namring Upper. Discover the journey from leaf to cup in our What is Darjeeling article.
How to brew Darjeelinging?
Visit our blog on how to brew the perfect Darjeeling tea.












