Darjeeling SFTGFOP1 Oaks First Flush DJ7/2026 – Black Tea

Brew & Taste

Darjeeling SFTGFOP1 Oaks First Flush 2026 – Black Tea has a mild, harmonious taste with distinct natural freshness signature for first flush Darjeelings. At first, you’ll notice the airy, floral aroma with hints of magnolias or lilacs. The flavor combines sweet accents with pleasant, mild grassiness that leads to a delicious, almost fruity aftertaste. The infusion is light, golden with a pure texture and a smooth feeling. It’s not heavy nor astringent at all and leaves a satisfying, refreshing impression.

Origins

A novelty that will delight all lovers of elegant teas. It got here from the prestigious Oaks tea agrden as quickly as possible; we wanted it to retain maximum freshness and aroma for you. This exceptional tea, marked with the letters SFTGFOP1 (Specialty Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe), comes from a harvest made at the best possible time – spring, when the tea trees are sprouting new, young leaves after a long winter's sleep.

Oaks Plantation is located in the misty hills of Sonada, between the famous tea gardens of Darjeeling and Kurseong, at an altitude of around 1,500m. Established in the early 20th century, this relatively young plantation has quickly earned its place amongst the established tea producers. It produces around one ton of tea each year, confirming its preference for quality over quantity.

Spring is a special time in Darjeeling. As the warm days arrive, the tea plants begin to sprout delicate, lush green leaves. These are the foundation of all Darjeeling first flush teas – their taste is light, floral, with a distinct freshness and a hint of sweetness. Hand-picking, carried out by experienced workers, focuses on the youngest two leaves and the bud. Subsequent careful processing in the factory on the plantation helps to preserve the specific character and delicate flavor of this tea.

Darjeeling, at least in the tea industry, is an actual trademarked term. Its unique climatic conditions, altitude and traditional processing methods make its teas among the most sought-after in the world. Each plantation brings a slightly different flavor profile and Oaks stands out among them for its purity, florality and excellent value for the price.

Tea packaging preview

We pack our teas in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. This container protects the quality of the tea against humidity, light or foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew.