Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush
Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush
Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush
Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush
Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush
Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush

Glandale Tea-WHITE | Second Flush


Delicate | Honeyed | Floral


A delicate Nilgiri white tea with floral fragrance and honeyed sweetness.
Packaging
₹ 480
₹ 480

About the Garden

Set amid the cool, mist-wrapped slopes around Coonoor in the Nilgiris, Glandale benefits from the region’s high elevation and distinctive mountain climate. The estate lies within a landscape shaped by steep valleys, abundant rainfall and cool conditions that encourage slow, aromatic leaf development. Glandale’s teas are part of the refined Nilgiri tradition, where careful orthodox manufacture brings out clarity, fragrance and a naturally bright liquor. Its celebrated Twirl style is recognised among premium Nilgiri selections for its finely worked leaf and elegant cup.

Product Details

Glandale White Tea Second Flush is a premium Nilgiri tea crafted from carefully selected tender leaves and silvery buds. Its loosely twisted leaves produce a bright golden yellow liquor with a delicate fragrance of white flowers, ripe fruit and fresh mountain herbs. The taste is soft and refined, combining natural sweetness with gentle citrus, subtle honey and a mild woody depth. Unlike stronger black teas, this white tea has a light body, smooth texture and very low bitterness, making it approachable for first time buyers. Its clean and lingering finish leaves the palate feeling fresh after every sip. Best enjoyed without milk, Glandale White Tea is ideal for quiet mornings, relaxed afternoons and sophisticated tea gatherings. Careful brewing allows its delicate aroma and layered flavour to remain beautifully clear. This premium Second Flush selection is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a fragrant, graceful and distinctive Nilgiri tea beyond regular everyday blends.

SENSORY PROFILE

Appearance
Loosely twisted olive leaves with silver tips and golden liquor.
Aroma
White flowers, ripe fruit, gentle honey and fresh herbal notes.
Taste
Delicately sweet and fruity with citrus brightness and smooth finish.

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

Caffeine Level

None Low Medium High

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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Packed at the source and delivered straight to your doorstep.

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

For Individual Customers

Yes. Glendale White Tea is an excellent starting point for anyone trying white tea for the first time. Its flavour is delicate but not flat, offering recognisable notes of flowers, ripe fruit, honey and gentle citrus. The smooth texture and mild briskness make it easier to enjoy than intensely strong or bitter teas. Customers accustomed to regular milk tea should expect a lighter and more aromatic cup. Drinking it slowly without milk allows its subtle flavours to develop across the palate. It is a refined yet approachable introduction to premium Nilgiri white tea.

Glendale White Tea has a lighter body, softer taste and more delicate aroma than regular black tea. Instead of focusing mainly on strength, colour and boldness, it offers floral fragrance, natural sweetness, fresh fruit and gentle honey notes. Its liquor is typically golden yellow rather than dark amber, and its finish feels clean rather than heavy. It is best consumed without milk, allowing the subtle flavour of the carefully selected leaves and buds to remain noticeable. Choose this tea when you want a refined, fragrant alternative to strong everyday black tea or traditional milk chai.

Use approximately two grams of Glendale White Tea for every 200 millilitres of fresh water. Heat the water to around 75–80°C rather than bringing it to a full boil. Steep the leaves for three to four minutes, then strain and serve. Water that is too hot may overpower the tea’s delicate floral, fruity and honeyed character. Begin with a three-minute infusion if you prefer a softer cup and extend it slightly for greater depth. Enjoy it without milk and taste it before adding sweetener. Gentle preparation produces the clearest aroma, flavour and smooth finish.

Glendale White Tea is best enjoyed without milk because dairy can conceal its delicate floral, fruity and honeyed notes. Its natural sweetness usually makes additional sugar unnecessary. First-time customers who prefer sweeter beverages may add a very small amount of honey, but tasting the tea plain first is recommended. Unlike strong black tea or CTC chai, white tea is valued for subtle flavour rather than bold strength. Drinking it without heavy additions allows its clear golden liquor, soft texture and gentle aroma to remain balanced, helping you appreciate its premium Nilgiri character.

Glendale White Tea offers a refined alternative to ordinary black tea through its delicate leaves, elegant aroma and naturally smooth flavour. Its combination of white florals, ripe fruit, honey and citrus creates a layered cup without excessive strength or bitterness. This makes it suitable for personal tea moments, serving special guests or presenting as a sophisticated gift. It also introduces first-time buyers to a lighter category of premium Indian tea while remaining flavourful and approachable. Choose it when you want a distinctive loose leaf tea that brings freshness, elegance and gentle complexity to every cup.