Welcome to our exclusive Gopaldhara Tea Estate Collection, featuring exquisite loose-leaf and bag teas sourced from the famed Gopaldhara Tea Estate in the mist-shrouded heights of Darjeeling. Each cup delivers heritage, high-altitude terroir and artisan-care — ideal for connoisseurs and premium gifting alike.
Why Choose Gopaldhara Tea?
Single-Estate Provenance — All teas in this collection come from the Gopaldhara Tea Estate, located in the Mirik Valley of Darjeeling, ensuring traceable origin and consistent quality.
High Altitude & Exceptional Terroir — Gopaldhara sits at elevations between 5,500 ft and 7,000 ft above sea level, making it one of Darjeeling’s highest tea estates. These elevations contribute to slower leaf growth, richer flavours and pristine mountain-air character.
Heritage & Craftsmanship — Established back in the late 19th century (circa 1881) on a valley once planted with paddy fields and interlaced with mountain streams, the estate today continues to deliver classic Darjeeling style teas.
Diverse and Premium Tea Range — From black teas (First Flush, Second Flush) to green teas, white teas, oolong and specialty handcrafted lots, Gopaldhara offers a spectrum of premium formats to suit varied tastes.
For Connoisseurs & Gifts — Whether you’re exploring high-end estate teas or selecting elegant gifts, the Gopaldhara line gives a refined tea-experience backed by provenance and elevation.
Our Collection at a Glance
● Gopaldhara Darjeeling Black Tea (Loose Leaf & Bag Formats) – Estate-grown black tea showing typical Darjeeling aroma, clarity and subtle muscatel character.
● Gopaldhara First Flush Teas – Spring-harvest teas from early plucking, offering fresh, floral, delicate liquor with high clarity.
● Gopaldhara Second Flush & Autumn Flush Teas – Summer and later season picks with deeper body, richer flavour and fuller mouth-feel.
● Gopaldhara Green, White tea & Oolong Teas – Lighter oxidation teas that highlight elevation, terroir and careful processing for fresh, refined profiles.
● Gopaldhara Specialty/Hand-Crafted Lots – Limited editions, rare varieties, high-altitude clones — ideal for discerning tea lovers and gifting.
Brewing & Enjoying Tips
● For delicate first-flush black or white teas: Use water ~85-90 °C, steep ~2-3 minutes to preserve subtle flavours and avoid over-extraction.
● For second-flush black: Use ~90-95 °C water, steep ~3-4 minutes for fuller body.
● For green/white teas: Use ~80-85 °C water, steep ~2 minutes — aim to maintain lightness, avoid bitterness.
● Use an infuser or clear teapot to watch the leaves unfold; sip slowly to appreciate layered aromas, clarity of liquor and textured flavour development.
● Enjoy it plain if possible — the elevation-grown leaf reveals itself best without heavy milk or sugar. Add a light honey or lemon only if needed.
The Story Behind the Leaf
The Gopaldhara Tea Estate sits perched in the Mirik Valley of Darjeeling, spanning 320 hectares with roughly 172 hectares under tea bushes. The estate grew up in terrain once planted with paddy fields interlaced with mountain streams (“dhara” in Nepali) on land once owned by “Gopal” — hence the name.
Its elevation and mountain climate yield slow-growing tea bushes — an attribute that nurtures flavour complexity, aromatic depth and crisp clarity in the finished liquor. Because the leaves grow more slowly at high altitude, they acquire stronger character, which discerning tea drinkers appreciate. Today, every leaf from Gopaldhara carries this legacy of high hills, craft processing and the unique terroir of Darjeeling — offering you a truly special single-estate tea experience.
Health & Wellness Benefits
● High-altitude teas (like from Gopaldhara) often retain greater antioxidant levels and richer polyphenols thanks to slower leaf growth and pristine conditions.
● The green/white tea variants offer lighter, refreshing cups, useful for a gentle midday uplift.
● The black tea variants deliver a refined yet smooth tea-experience — ideal for mindful brewing and appreciation, rather than heavy caffeine hits.
● Enjoying a premium estate tea invites a moment of ritual: a pause, a clearer brew, a deeper breath — helping you slow down and savour.
Why Buy from Us?
At Ajanta Tea, we are committed to sourcing only genuine single-estate teas. With the Gopaldhara collection you’re getting estate-specific origin, high-altitude provenance, transparent sourcing and true Darjeeling style — not a commodity blend. We guarantee freshness, artisan taste and full flavour delivery. Explore our Gopaldhara Tea Estate Collection today. Choose your preferred grade, format and flush, add to cart and elevate your tea ritual. Gift it, brew it, share it — experience the true essence of Darjeeling high-hill tea.
