Perched in the scenic Kurseong valley at elevations between 4,500 and 5,200 feet, Giddapahar Tea Estate has been crafting exceptional teas since 1881. Tended by generations of the Shaw family, this historic garden—aptly named ‘Eagle’s Mountain’—is renowned for its traditional Chinary bushes and the nuanced cups they yield.

While rooted in legacy, Giddapahar has embraced thoughtful innovation, introducing select clonal cultivars to complement its heritage crop. But it’s the old-growth Chinary sections that continue to define its finest summer teas.

This season’s Summer Chinary Black is a bold expression of Giddapahar’s terroir. Crafted from vintage bushes nurtured on mist-kissed slopes, the cup is rich and velvety, with layered notes of caramel, ripe peach, and chestnut. A resonant, satisfying brew—steeped in tradition, and perfect for quiet indulgence.