India's 7 Most Expensive Teas - Would you Buy one?
For a tea connoisseur, no price should be too high for the beverage. Still, sometimes tea can fetch astronomical prices
So, what makes tea so expensive? There are multiple reasons. High-range speciality premium teas brands enter the market on rare occasions. In some cases, a speciality tea has a slow and lengthy process, which means that the yield is limited to a fixed quantity of grams. They are produced at a low volume, often not more than 15kg. Since these teas are produced in lower quantities, their prices climb up as demand soars. Sometimes, teas, such as the Darjeeling Tea are sold in private auctions to large tea houses in Europe, America, and Japan.
Besides, the leaves of these teas are often plucked on rare and special days. For instance, some rare teas are only harvested during the full moon. Other factors that drive the price include the taste and health benefits associated with a tea variety. So, what are the most expensive teas in India?
List of Auction Expensive 2025 Teas
1. White Pride Organic Darjeeling White Tea First Flush 2025
New Season 2025 Exotic Spring Flush White Tea From The Renowned And Organic Badamtam Estate In Darjeeling. This Limited-Edition And Most Sought-After Tea Has Been Very Selectively Plucked From Special Bushes And Minimally Processed To Maximise The Retention Of The Flavour & Bouquet. This Is A Very Exclusive Offering That Is Extremely Mellowed, Subtle, Soft, Fragrant And Having A Very Delicate And Mild Floral Aroma With A Soft & Sweetish Finish. Exceptional And Possibly The Best Offering Of The Season.
2. Spring Magnificence Star Darjeeling Black Tea First Flush 2025
New 2025 very early Spring Tea from the upper division of the Namring estate in Darjeeling. The extra cautiously selected soft tender buds, plucked & processed by experienced pluckers with minimum machining, have a light, aromatic & gentle feel. The flavour profile of this very special tea is extraordinarily mellowed, mild & pleasantly sweet. The soft floral aroma further enhances the qualitative superiority of this most fascinating offering. One of the most outstanding teas of the season.
3. Spring Magnificence Star Gift Box - Tin Can in Velvet Box
New 2025 very early Spring Tea from the upper division of the Namring estate in Darjeeling. The extra cautiously selected soft tender buds, plucked & processed by experienced pluckers with minimum machining, have a light, aromatic & gentle feel. The flavour profile of this very special tea is extraordinarily mellowed, mild & pleasantly sweet. The soft floral aroma further enhances the qualitative superiority of this most fascinating offering. One of the most outstanding teas of the season.
4. Spring Magnificence Darjeeling Black Tea First Flush 2025
New 2025 very early Spring Tea from the upper division of the Namring estate in Darjeeling. The soft tender buds, plucked & processed by experienced pluckers with minimum machining, have a gentle feel. The flavour profile of this very special tea is mild, delicate and floral. The finish is exceptionally smooth and highly satiating. An outstanding offering, indeed.
5. Spring Moonshine Darjeeling Black Tea First Flush 2025
Fresh new season very early 2025 Spring Tea from the picturesque snow peaks-facing Glenburn estate in Darjeeling. Soft, mildly vegetal sweet, mellowed, floral and pleasantly flavourful are some of the attributes that make this a most enjoyable cup to brew and relish.
6. Spring Gaiety Darjeeling Black Tea First Flush 2025
New season 2025 early-harvest Spring Tea from the majestic Mim estate in Darjeeling. This first flush crop has a sharp & striking flavour that has mild vegetal notes, is pleasantly smooth & fragrant and makes for an excellent cuppa.
7. Snow White Buds Darjeeling White Tea First Flush 2025
New season 2025 fresh & select harvest from the scenic Tukvar tea estate in Darjeeling. This delicately-plucked and minimally processed offering comes with flavour a profile that is remarkably smooth, delicately fruity and has a fine finish that is par excellence. The added pleasant aroma makes this one of the very fine teas to have been processed this season.
Pocket-Friendly Exquisite Tasting Premium Teas:
Filling your cup with the world's most expensive tea and tasting it is bliss, and one must do but if it is the cost that keeps you away, then check out our list of some of the finest teas that are exquisite in taste with much lesser price tags.
Golden Glaze Assam Black Tea Late Second Flush 2024
Late Summer tea from the well-managed Dhelakhat estate in upper Assam. Hand-sorted and patiently rolled, this specially-made miniature lot consists of pure golden tips. The liquor is consistent & bright and has a very smooth, flavoury and mildly malty taste that is reminiscent of roasted almonds. The cuppa is one that makes Assam proud.
Earl Grey Spice Black Tea
Traditional Indian exotic spices and CTC tea scented with the oil of bergamot, to add a unique twist to the flavour. Can also be served chilled.Best with milk.
Green Supreme Darjeeling Green Tea Second Flush
Light - liquoring fine and soft Green Tea with a smooth, slightly vegetal and floral taste having multiple health benefits.
Finest Indian Teas Trio - Darjeeling, Nilgiri & Assam (3x50gm)
DARJEELING TEA : The tea is characteristic of a sparkling golden colour, flowery
aroma and a smooth flavour with distinct fruity notes.
ASSAM TEA : The tea is characteristic of a
pronounced malty flavour with a bright liquor & enduring aroma. Ideal for tea lovers whose weakness
is strong tasting liquor.
NILGIRI
TEA : The tea is characteristic of a light and crispy flavour, a brisk & bright liquor in
the cup with a subtle & distinct aftertaste.
Masala Chai India's Authentic Spiced Tea - Royal Brocade Cloth Bag
An age-old classic, Masala Chai, Literally meaning "Spiced Tea" is one of the most popular tea blends in the world, originating from India. This Unique & ancient preparation contains a strong flavor of black tea blended with a variety of aromatic spices.
Pure Green Tea - Royal Brocade Cloth Bag
A delicate and smooth whole leaf green tea from the pristine hills of Darjeeling. This non-fermented tea, rich in natural anti-oxidants with several health benefits, is characteristic of a smooth light taste, a gentle and floral aroma with pale green liquor in the cup.
Darjeeling Tea - Tin Can
This tea is harvested from foothills of eastern Himalayas. It's known for Nice Aroma, Strong Taste, and highly oxidized tea.
Final Thoughts
Despite these high prices, true tea aficionados will do everything in their power to buy and taste their favourite speciality tea. If you are one of those, then go ahead and order your favourite tea.
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