شاي أسود نيلجيري كوراكوندا ماونتن تي NOP/FOP/FBOP

The Rainforest Alliance certification is what drew me in, and knowing the tea comes from high-altitude Korakundah makes each brew feel special. The FBOP grade leaves steep into a smooth, comforting cup that’s become my afternoon ritual.

The aroma alone is worth it, but knowing it’s Rainforest Alliance certified makes the cup feel even better. Brewed a strong pot this morning and the leaves held their depth through three steeps.

The high-altitude origin really comes through in the smooth, clean flavor—much less bitter than other black teas I've tried. Steeps nicely twice without losing character. Would buy again for that certification alone, though the price is a tad steep for daily drinking.