In 1823, British explorers were astonished and delighted to discover tea growing wild in Assam, North-East India. This variety, Camellia assamica, proved to be a close relative of the Chinese Camellia sinensis, but with larger leaves, and growing much taller. The tea-loving British soon cultivated this lush area, and Assam has since become the largest black-tea producer in the world, with its malty, chocolatey, full-bodied leaf.

Sankar Estate is near Tinsukia, and produces this special Second Flush clonal tippy tea.

We have called this tea "Elephant Tea" since it is very robust and strong, and yet maintains great delicacy. It is ideal to have with breakfast, or after lunch as a "pick-me-up". Assam teas are best with milk--add this first for the best flavour.

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