Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush
Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush
Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush
Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush
Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush
Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush

Arya Ruby-SFTGFOP1 | First Flush


Floral | Fruity | Exquisite


A jewel-like First Flush with florals, ripe fruit and spring brightness.
Packaging
₹ 1,400
₹ 1,400 ₹ 1,400

About the Garden


Established in 1885, Arya Tea Estate is a celebrated organic garden located near Darjeeling town. The estate covers 125 hectares and rises from around 900 to 1,820 metres, with an average elevation near 1,500 metres. Originally known as Sidrabong, the garden is traditionally associated with Buddhist monks who cultivated Chinese tea seeds in the area. Arya is especially recognised for its distinctive Jewel collection, including Ruby black tea, Emerald green tea, Pearl white tea, Topaz oolong and Diamond speciality tea. Selected high-altitude sections contain prized clonal bushes, including AV2, used to create limited and aromatic teas. Cool temperatures, steep slopes and misty conditions encourage slow leaf development and concentrated flavour. Organic cultivation and careful orthodox processing support the garden’s reputation for floral, fruity and refined Darjeeling teas. With its spiritual heritage, remarkable terrain and specialised production, Arya Tea Estate continues to hold a distinguished position among Darjeeling’s premium tea gardens.

Product Details

Arya Ruby SFTGFOP1 is a premium First Flush Darjeeling tea distinguished by its fine clonal leaves, vibrant spring fragrance and graceful complexity. The carefully crafted dry leaves display green, olive and brown shades, complemented by delicate silver tips. Their aroma reveals fresh flowers, sweet citrus, ripe grapes and gentle herbs. Once infused, the leaves produce a clear golden liquor with a smooth, light texture. The palate begins with floral sweetness before unfolding into notes of peach, berries, citrus and a subtle creamy softness. A measured briskness adds brightness without creating harshness, while the finish remains clean, fruity and elegantly lingering. Its SFTGFOP1 grade reflects the refined whole-leaf appearance and careful sorting of the tea. Chai Chun presents Arya Ruby for customers seeking an expressive spring Darjeeling selection with visible quality and distinctive flavour. Refined yet approachable, it is suited to first-time loose leaf buyers, established collectors and thoughtful premium gifting.

SENSORY PROFILE

Appearance
Finely twisted green, olive and brown leaves with silvery tips.
Aroma
Fresh florals, sweet citrus, ripe grapes and gentle herbal notes.
Taste
Floral sweetness with peach, berries, citrus and creamy softness lingering.

MAGIC INSIDE THE CUP

Orthodox Tea
Traditional whole leaf tea crafted for exceptional aroma, depth and refined character.

Recommendation

Number of steeps
1
Best Consumed
Hot
How to Store
Store Airtight

Condiments

Milk
Not Recommended
Lemon
Optional
Honey
Optional
Sugar
Optional

Why You'll Love It

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Sourced from India’s finest tea estates.

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Hand-selected, whole-leaf harvests masterfully crafted.

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From bold, malty valley deeps to crisp, aromatic mountain highs.

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Packed at the source and delivered straight to your doorstep.

For Individual Customers

Arya Ruby belongs to Arya Tea Estate’s celebrated Jewel collection, a range recognised for distinctive leaf craftsmanship and expressive flavour. This First Flush selection combines fine whole leaves and silvery tips with spring florals, citrus, grapes and soft berry notes. Its clear golden liquor feels refined without becoming too delicate. Chai Chun presents Arya Ruby for customers who want a Darjeeling tea with an identifiable origin, premium appearance and memorable personality rather than another ordinary black tea.

Yes. Arya Ruby offers enough complexity for experienced tea enthusiasts while remaining approachable for first-time loose leaf buyers. Its floral sweetness, ripe fruit and citrus notes are easy to recognise, and its smooth texture prevents the cup from feeling overly sharp. It provides a clear introduction to how garden, season and leaf quality influence Darjeeling tea. For customers upgrading from regular teabags, Arya Ruby delivers a noticeable difference through its fragrance, bright liquor and elegant lingering finish.

Strong everyday black tea is usually selected for quick colour, boldness and compatibility with milk. Arya Ruby focuses instead on aroma, clarity and layered flavour. Its spring harvest produces a lighter golden cup with fresh florals, peach, berries, grapes and citrus. The flavour remains lively but controlled, allowing individual notes to stay distinct. Chai Chun recommends this style to customers curious about Darjeeling orthodox tea and ready to appreciate quality through fragrance and finesse rather than strength alone.

SFTGFOP1 is an orthodox tea grade associated with carefully sorted whole leaves and fine tips. While a grade primarily describes the dry leaf’s appearance, it helps customers recognise a refined selection rather than ordinary broken tea. Arya Ruby supports this visual quality with a bright, aromatic and layered cup. The combination of fine leaves, spring character and fruity floral flavour makes it an appealing choice for customers who want their first premium Darjeeling purchase to feel visibly and noticeably special.

Chai Chun selects premium Darjeeling teas according to their origin, harvest, leaf quality and cup character. Arya Ruby is presented for its refined whole leaves, distinctive Jewel identity and elegant combination of floral and fruity notes. Clear tasting information helps customers select tea according to genuine flavour preference rather than relying only on grade or price. Whether purchased for personal enjoyment, a growing loose leaf collection or premium gifting, Arya Ruby brings provenance, craftsmanship and distinction to the cup.