Assam Tea Sourcing & GTAC Auction Desk
Assam represents the global benchmark for bold, full-bodied black tea. Operating through established auction procurement channels at the Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) and direct estate procurement networks across Upper Assam, Byahut Tea Company provides commercial buyers with primary access to malty CTC cuts and golden tippy Orthodox invoices with verified origin traceability.
Assam Procurement Strengths
- • GTAC Auction Procurement: Commercial lot procurement through authorized auction buying channels covering prominent tea gardens across the Brahmaputra Valley.
- • Upper Assam Alliances: Direct allotment relationships with premium tea estates across Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, and Sibsagar.
- • Dual-Style Capability: Simultaneous procurement of heavy malty CTC cuts and artisanal golden tippy Orthodox lots.
- • Seasonal Flushes: Comprehensive access across Spring First Flush, peak Summer Second Flush, and Autumn harvests.
Assam Harvesting Flushes & Buying Parameters
Planning commercial purchases across seasonal cycles for maximum cup quality and price efficiency.
| Harvest Cycle | Months | Tea Style Focus | Sensory Profile | Buying Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Flush | March – April | CTC & Early Orthodox | Light amber liquor, fresh vegetative briskness | Early market entry, fresh breakfast blends |
| Second Flush (Peak) | May – June | Tippy Orthodox & Premium CTC | Thick malty liquor, luminous deep copper red, golden tips | Premium brand commitments & annual contract reserves |
| Monsoon Rain Flush | July – September | High-Yield Commercial CTC | Heavy body, dark cup, strong earthy tannins | Mass-market economy packet blends, chai concentrates |
| Autumnal Flush | October – November | Smooth CTC & Orthodox Leaf | Mellow liquor, copper sheen, sweet caramel undertones | Winter specialty blends & balanced packet cartons |
Frequently Asked Questions: Assam Sourcing Desk
How does Byahut Tea Company procure teas from Assam?
Byahut operates dual sourcing channels in Assam: active registered bidding on electronic auction catalogues at the Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC), combined with direct garden invoice allocations across established partner estate networks in Upper Assam (Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Sibsagar) and South Assam.
What tea varieties are sourced through the Assam corridor?
We source the complete spectrum of Assam teas: malty granular CTC cuts (BP, BOP, PF, OF, Dust) for high-density packet blends and strong milk tea, alongside tippy whole-leaf Orthodox grades (FTGFOP, TGFOP, FBOP) for international export to the Middle East and Europe.
Can Byahut coordinate visits to Assam tea gardens?
Yes. For qualified commercial buyers and long-term contract partners, we coordinate partner garden and processing factory visits in Assam, subject to prior arrangement, seasonal harvest timings, and estate management permissions. Byahut does not claim ownership of partner estates.
How are Assam teas transported from Guwahati to export docks?
Procured Assam lots are consolidated at central warehouses, inspected for moisture and quality, and dispatched via dedicated container trucks to Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata and Haldia docks for international maritime stuffing.
Procure Assam Invoices Directly Through Byahut
Submit your grade specifications (CTC BP/BOP/OF or Orthodox TGFOP/FBOP) and target volume for GTAC catalogue representation and estate quotations.