Darjeeling Tea Exporter India | Single-Origin Orthodox Flushes
Byahut Tea Company exports single-origin Darjeeling teas to specialty tea purveyors, high-end tea retailers, and boutique blenders in Europe, Japan, North America, and East Asia. Sourced from high-altitude estates situated in the Himalayan foothills directly north of our Siliguri headquarters, we provide single-garden invoice traceability across Spring First Flush, Summer Second Flush, Monsoon, and Autumn harvest cycles, with applicable Geographical Indication (GI) certification.
Seasonal Harvesting Cycles
- • Spring First Flush (March–April): Tender spring growth, pale golden-amber liquor, vibrant floral bouquet, and fresh astringency.
- • Summer Second Flush (May–June): Signature Muscatel aroma, warm amber color, well-rounded body, and prominent golden leaf tips.
- • Monsoon Flush (July–September): Deep colored, robust tea commonly selected for commercial English Breakfast blends.
- • Autumn Flush (October–November): Smooth copper-toned cup, delicate nutty undertones, and clean, lingering sweetness.
Darjeeling Seasonal Harvest Flushes & Cup Profiles
Detailed seasonal parameters for international buyers selecting garden invoice lots from the Darjeeling hills.
| Harvest Season | Harvest Period | Leaf Appearance | Cup Liquor & Tasting Notes | Typical Grades |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring First Flush (Commercial Sourcing) | March – Mid April | Crisp greenish-grey with silver hairs | Pale champagne yellow, floral, lively brisk bite | SFTGFOP1, FTGFOP1 |
| Summer Second Flush (Commercial Sourcing) | May – June | Dark brown twisted leaf, purple-gold tips | Warm amber, iconic Muscatel grape, honeyed body | FTGFOP1, TGFOP, GFBOP |
| Monsoon Rain Flush | July – September | Coarser dark leaf, higher moisture | Deep copper liquor, bold strength, brisk tannins | TGFOP, BOP, Fannings |
| Autumnal Flush | October – November | Large brownish-black leaf, copper sheen | Rich copper red, smooth, roasted hazelnut and spice | FTGFOP1, TGFOP |
Specialty Darjeeling Whole-Leaf Grades
Applicable pure Darjeeling lots are accompanied by Tea Board of India Certificate of Origin documentation confirming Himalayan provenance.
FTGFOP1 & SFTGFOP1
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Whole-Leaf Sourcing →TGFOP & GFOP
Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe. Superior whole-leaf black teas exhibiting classic floral and muscatel characteristics. Sourced as unblended single-origin estate invoices.
Single-Origin Supply →Darjeeling Specialty Teas
Rare micro-lots produced from high-elevation clone bushes: Silver Needle White Tea, semi-oxidized Himalayan Oolongs, and unoxidized green teas.
Specialty Portfolio →The Siliguri Advantage for Darjeeling Tea Sourcing
Siliguri sits at the direct base of the Darjeeling hills, providing unrivaled proximity for rapid lot tasting and immediate dispatch.
Direct Valley Access
Located less than 45 kilometers from the hill valleys of Kurseong, Mirik, and Darjeeling, we evaluate factory invoice counter-samples within hours of plucking and manufacture.
Darjeeling Sourcing Desk →Siliguri Auction (STAC) Allotments
Our licensed trading desk participates in weekly STAC catalogue sales, securing both commercial Darjeeling lots and specialty garden invoices.
Siliguri Trade Desk →Express Air Freight & Port Shipping
High-value First Flush invoices are dispatched via air cargo from Bagdogra/Kolkata, while larger seasonal contracts ship via Kolkata ocean docks.
Tea Logistics →Frequently Asked Questions: Bulk Darjeeling Tea Export
How is authentic Darjeeling tea certified for international export?
Authentic Darjeeling tea is protected under a strict Geographical Indication (GI) registered with the Tea Board of India and the European Union. For applicable pure Darjeeling export consignments, official Tea Board of India Certificate of Origin documentation is coordinated to confirm growth, harvest, and processing in the designated tea estates of the Darjeeling district.
Does Byahut Tea Company own Darjeeling tea estates?
No. Byahut Tea Company is an independent tea sourcing, trading, and export enterprise based in Siliguri. We do not own tea gardens or manufacturing factories. Our role is acting as an expert procurement and export desk, tasting and securing estate-specific invoices directly from registered Darjeeling gardens and auction catalogues on behalf of international buyers.
What is the flavor difference between Darjeeling First Flush and Second Flush?
First Flush (March to April) produces a delicate, light golden liquor with fresh floral aromatics, lively astringency, and crisp vegetative notes. Second Flush (May to June) yields a richer amber cup famous for its signature Muscatel character, mature fruitiness, and rounded body with prominent silver and golden tips.
What is the typical minimum order quantity for Darjeeling tea export?
Because Darjeeling teas are high-value artisan micro-lots, our minimum orders for single-estate whole leaf invoices (SFTGFOP1, FTGFOP1) start from standard garden chests or multiwall bag lots configured to buyer specification, available via air cargo or multi-pallet consolidated LCL/FCL ocean shipments.
Request Single-Estate Darjeeling Counter-Samples
Submit your flush preference (First Flush, Second Flush, Autumnal) and volume requirements to receive estate invoice counter-samples for commercial sensory evaluation.