Second flush teas are harvested in the summers, which is why they are also known as summer flush teas. They have a nuanced flavour and this depth of flavour is one of the reasons why they are so popular throughout the world. You can buy second flush teas in many variants, such as green, oolong and black. Every one of these options will have a unique aroma and flavour profile, suitable for diverse tastes. Here, we share some of the leading second flush teas from our collection.
- Nilgiri Second Flush White Tea 2023
For this particular tea, the leaves are plucked from a tea estate on the pristine slopes of the Nilgiri Mountains. Then, they are sun-dried. The tea is characterised by long leaves that are rolled well and have velvety tips. You can achieve an almost sparkling light yellow liquor with this tea. It has a meadow aroma with a hint of sweetness. The tea has a soothing fragrance that tends to linger for a while.
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- Nilgiri Second Flush Jungle Tea 2023
Another tea that is harvested from the Nilgiri Mountains, this one grows in the heart of the dense jungles on the slopes. The tea offers a floral-infused and brisk taste. For more complex flavours, you can also try the tea after a second steep. The blackish brown leaves of the tea have visible golden tips. When you make the tea, you should end up with an orangish hue. The tea should leave hints of mild roast and fruity notes as an aftertaste.
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- Nilgiri Second Flush Golden Tips 2023
The malty flavour profile of this Nilgiri tea can simply be described as divine. The tea has a velvety touch resembling teas from Assam. The tea is made using quality buds alone and they have golden tips. The malty notes are accompanied by bright and caramel hints. You can also find an aftertaste resembling that of dates and raisins. The brew has a coppery brown infusion.
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- Assam Nahorhabi Second Flush Fine Oolong Tea 2023
This particular Oolong from Assam belongs in the collection of every tea connoisseur out there. Its flavours are intriguing, which sets it apart. Besides that, this form of tea rarely comes from the Assam region, making it even more unique. The leaves are long and well-twisted and they have bright golden tips. The taste resembles those of other Assam second flush variants but with an Oolong twist at the end. When you brew the perfect cup, you end up with a coppery bright infusion.
Ref: https://www.jayshreetea.com/assam-nahorhabi-second-flush-fine-oolong-tea-2023
Want to explore more summer second flush teas? If yes, explore our collection.