Gopaldhara (RTE-55) Darjeeling Red Thunder 2023 – Classic Series
| Classification | Black Tea (Classic Series) |
|---|---|
| Perceived Oxidation | Well-oxidized |
| Grade Name | FTGFOP1 Red Thunder |
| Elevation | Tea has been grown: 5500-7000 FT |
| Season | Autumn Flush Tea |
| Cultivar Variety | Clonal bushes |
| Leaf Appearance Description | Well sorted, tippy reddish black small whole leaves |
| Infusion Description | Coppery |
| Cup Colour Description | Bright orange |
| Tea Drinking Experience (Mostly Flavour and Aroma) | Fresh aroma of Darjeeling special autumn flush |
Gopaldhara Red Thunder is a limited edition finest Darjeeling Autumn Flush made from frosted leaves. This fine tea is made from clonal bushes and appears blackish red with abundant tips. The tea is made during the last week of October where the temperature starts approaching zero degrees at night, leading to the leaves getting frosted. Extreme cold weather conditions at high elevation induce a special and complex flavor into the tea. It is well oxidized while still retaining a prominent fruity flavor.
The tea brews into a fully transparent orange liquor with excellent muscatel flavor and rich, dense notes of ripe fruits. The flavor profile is well-balanced with fruity, soft, and earthy flavors. The tea is sweet without any astringency. The aftertaste is well-defined, long-lasting, and captivating.
