{"product_id":"ariel-darjeeling-thurbo-black-tea","title":"ARIEL Darjeeling Thurbo","description":"\u003cp\u003eA single-estate Darjeeling black tea from Thurbo Tea Estate in the Mirik Valley, graded FTGFOP – one of the highest leaf classifications in the Darjeeling system. Available in 100 g loose leaf tins for shelf programs and in 1 kg loose leaf bulk for foodservice operations running by the cup. Distinct from a morning service blend like English Breakfast: lighter in body, brighter in character, and traditionally served on its own without milk – a refined afternoon or all-day position on a tea menu that recognises the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup pours a clear amber-gold with a delicate floral aroma at the front. The character is light and bright – the muscatel note that defines quality Darjeeling sits in the background, with a soft fruity sweetness and a long, clean finish. Lower body and astringency than a typical Indian black tea; more in common with a quality Chinese black tea than with an Assam or Kenyan. Best served on its own; milk would mask the cup's defining character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDarjeeling is a small, geographically protected region in West Bengal, India, sitting at 600–2000 m elevation in the foothills of the Himalayas. The combination of altitude, climate, and Chinese-origin tea cultivars (Camellia sinensis var. sinensis, distinct from the Indian Assamica varietal) gives Darjeeling its distinct lighter-bodied character. Thurbo Tea Estate, established 1864, sits in the Mirik Valley in the lower Darjeeling region and is among the well-regarded estates of the area. The FTGFOP grade – Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe – signals a high proportion of golden-coloured young buds in the leaf, the appearance marker of premium Darjeeling production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 2.5 g per 250 ml at 95 °C for 3 minutes. Black tea is the most heat-tolerant of the true teas; full boil works well, though some operators prefer a slightly shorter steep with Darjeeling to preserve the brighter top notes. At commercial scale, a 1 kg bag yields approximately 400 portions at 2.5 g per cup. Each 250 ml serving contains zero calories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Whole leaf black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormats\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100 g loose leaf tin, 1 kg loose leaf bulk bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kosher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Humaniterra Foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black tea, loose leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Terra Café et Thé Ltée","offers":[{"title":"100 g loose leaf","offer_id":43358976868403,"sku":"TARIO03NRIN05PF01","price":13.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg loose leaf","offer_id":43358976901171,"sku":"TARIORINRIN05F001","price":132.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg loose leaf (volume price)","offer_id":44102676512819,"sku":"TARIORINRIN05V001","price":130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/2363\/3971\/files\/The_Noir_Darjeeling_Thurbo_en_feuilles_100g_066166002227.jpg?v=1768492391","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.cafeterra.ca\/products\/ariel-darjeeling-thurbo-black-tea","provider":"Terra Coffee \u0026 Tea Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}