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Culinary Teas Darjeeling Tukdah TGFOP Black Tea
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Culinary's Darjeeling Tukdah TGFOP is a first-flush black tea harvested from the renowned Tukdah estate in India's Darjeeling region. Known as the "Champagne of Teas," this exceptional blend delivers a bright, golden cup with a distinctive muscatel note and silky finish that elevates any tea ritual.
Each steep reveals delicate, brisk character with floral aromatics and a refined complexity that appeals to serious tea lovers. The light, golden infusion showcases the superior quality of the leaf—a hallmark of premium Darjeeling craftsmanship. This is tea that rewards your attention, sip after sip.
Why You'll Love This Culinary Blend
- First-flush harvest for maximum brightness and flavor clarity
- Smooth, muscatel-forward profile with floral undertones
- Golden liquor that's visually striking and beautifully aromatic
- Perfect for morning tea or afternoon enjoyment
- A collector's tea that pairs well with light pastries and refined palates
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Culinary Teas Darjeeling Tukdah TGFOP Tea have caffeine?
Yes. As a black tea, this blend contains caffeine—approximately 40–70 mg per 8 oz cup depending on steeping time and leaf quantity.
What does TGFOP mean?
TGFOP stands for Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe, a grading term indicating superior leaf quality with golden tips and buds, characteristic of premium Darjeeling harvests.
What are the benefits of Darjeeling tea?
Black teas like this one contain antioxidants and polyphenols. Many tea drinkers appreciate Darjeeling for its bright flavor profile and the ritualistic pleasure of a refined cup without the intensity of heavier blacks.
Specifications
- Ingredients: Black tea.
- Type: First-flush black tea
- Origin: Tukdah Estate, Darjeeling, India
- Grade: TGFOP (Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe)
- Flavor Profile: Muscatel, floral, bright, smooth
- Liquor Color: Golden
- Best Enjoyed: Morning or afternoon, with light foods
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
Decaf: most caffeine removed; a small amount remains
Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
Ingredients
Darjeeling Black Tea
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