Himalayan Oolong
Kangra Valley · Himachal Pradesh · India
The Tea
From the Kangra Valley, this medium-oxidized Himalayan Oolong balances freshness with depth. Floral aromatics meet gentle sweetness, while successive infusions reveal evolving layers of texture and character.
At a Glance
Origin Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India
Tea Type Oolong
Harvest Second Flush, 2025
Plucking Standard Two leaves and a bud
Oxidation Medium
Elevation Approximately 3,800 ft
Producer Wah Tea Estate
Sourcing Relationship Direct purchase from producer
Sensory observations recorded by Utpatti
Liquor Appearance
Pale golden in the first steep, deepening into a rich, clear amber-gold through the second and third infusions.
Dry Leaf Aroma
Stored dark chocolate with a dry cacao character, layered with delicate floral top notes.
Lid Aroma
Soft, creamy milk chocolate accented by a subtle, bright zest and delicate floral notes.
Taste
Earthy and floral notes meet a gentle confectionery sweetness. By the third infusion, these layers become more defined and unified, leading into lingering notes of milk and florals.
Mouthfeel
Crisp and clean when hot, developing a lean, coating texture as the liquor cools.
Finish
Long, sweet and aromatic, with lingering notes of milk and florals.
The Story
I remember the first session with this tea more clearly than many others. It challenged my expectations of what an Indian oolong could be. Each infusion seemed to ask for a little more patience, and each rewarded that patience differently. It became one of the teas that quietly shaped the direction of Utpatti.
