Smoky Mountain Tea is an aromatic loose leaf roasted Darjeeling Tea from one of the world's most awarded tea estates - Makaibari. Whole black tea leaves are gently roasted over a slow-burning fire to infuse the tea leaves with an unmistakable yet subtle smoky flavour which enhances the delicate flavour of our amazing Darjeeling Tea. Zesty and coloury cup with pan-roasted Darjeeling flavour recommended with a hint of mint and sugar. Makaibari Tea Estate was founded 160 years ago. It houses the world’s first tea factory, is the world’s first biodynamic tea estate and produces the most iconic tea in the world. The plantation covers of 550 acres of forests on the steepest hills in the region and tea here is grown amidst the untamed flora and fauna just as nature would have it. Steep the Perfect Cup of Darjeeling Black Tea: Place tea leaves in a cup, tea infuser or strainer and pour hot water over the leaves. Steep for 3-4 minutes. Best enjoyed plain without adding milk or sugar.