Kali

Introduction: Grown at an altitude of 4800 feet and twenty miles from Darjeeling (the famous tea growing region of India), Kali Cha is one of the first authentic style oolongs from India. The region of Kurseong “The Land of White Orchids” has several tea estates known to make light, fragrant black teas. New Technique The leaves are baked in a rotating tunnel roaster at a high temperature for short periods. In between roasting, the leaves are gently rolled sideways to develop their flavor. This method eliminates the slight astringency commonly found in teas from Kurseong. In Taiwan, this style of tea making is similar to the process for making ‘Bai Hao Oolong’. Although Kali Cha is a hardy tea and maintains its flavor for several months, it is best enjoyed during early to late summer. Flavor Profile: Smooth taste with distinct, toasty aromas of cocoa and peanut shells. It is a very forgiving tea for brewing and makes a delicious iced tea.