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Castleton Premium Muscatel Darjeeling Tea

Castleton Premium Muscatel Darjeeling Tea

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“Every piece in our shop is more than just a product—it is a chosen companion for your journey toward a more flavorful life.”

From the legendary Castleton Estate, this Muscatel Darjeeling represents a century of terroir mastery—a black tea that whispers of stone fruit and delicate florals, born from vines older than memory itself.

⛰️ At a Glance

Estate
Castleton, Goodricke
Elevation
5,000 feet
Type
Black Tea
Format
Loose Leaf

⛰️ Heritage

Established in 1885, Castleton stands as one of Darjeeling's most celebrated estates, its century-old tea bushes cultivating the region's signature Muscatel character—a natural stone fruit expression that defines the finest Himalayan teas.

📊 Flavor Profile

Body
Elegant, refined
Muscatel Fruit
Distinctive, natural
Floral Notes
Delicate, honeyed
Caffeine
Moderate
🍇 Muscatel Grape🌸 Honeyed Floral🏔️ Alpine Minerality

🍵 Gongfu Brewing

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Water Temp
180°F (82°C)
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Tea/Water
1 tsp / 8 fl oz
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Rinse
Optional 10 sec
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Steeps
3-5 min, 2-3 re-infusions

🏛️ Storage & Aging

Store in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. Loose leaf Darjeeling preserves its delicate character best in cool, dry conditions. Enjoy within 12 months of opening for optimal aromatics.

🎯 Made For

Tea connoisseurs and collectors seeking authentic Himalayan expression. This is a tea for those quiet moments of contemplation, where each infusion reveals new layers of terroir and tradition.

— Why We Selected This —

Castleton's Muscatel Darjeeling has earned global recognition for its natural fruit expression and heritage craftsmanship. We selected this for its distinction—a pure, unadulterated single-estate tea that speaks to the land it grew from.

📦 Product Details

Brand
Goodricke
Origin
Castleton Estate, Darjeeling, India

Statements regarding traditional tea benefits are not evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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