Nepal Koocu Sakhejung Golden Tea Organic – WS

Located in South Asia, and bordered by China and India, Nepal is home to some of the largest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest which is the highest point anywhere on Earth. Nepal is comprised of 75 districts, one of which is the district of Ilam. Ilam is located in the Mechi Zone in the easternmost part of Nepal. It borders the Darjeeling region of West Bengal, India, and enjoys the same soil and climatic conditions as Darjeeling. Ilam is also the name of the town that serves as the headquarters for the Ilam district. It is well known for its lush, beautiful tea gardens and for the exquisite leaves that are grown there. 

This premium tea come to us from Kanchanjungha Organic Orthodox Chiya Udhyog (P) Ltd (KOOCU) in the Sakhejung village of Ilam, in the eastern part of Nepal. Named for the village, Sakhejung Tea, a woman run company, is one of the leading organic specialty tea producers in Nepal. Its factory and gardens are situated at an altitude of 5,900 to 7,000 feet.

Comprised of mainly golden tipped leaves, this tea brews to an amber colored cup with aromatic dark chocolate notes and a creamy, smooth taste.

Brew tea at 212º – steep for 3 minutes.

Try pairing Nepal teas with soft cheeses, curries, fresh fruit, fish, mushrooms, custards, chocolate and desserts with cinnamon or nutmeg.
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