108° Mt. Pumori Whole Leaf Black Tea – USDA Certified Organic

1.5 oz

$21.00

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108° Mt. Pumori Whole Leaf Black Tea – USDA Certified Organic

$21.00

Tea Name: 108° Mt. Pumori Whole Leaf Black Tea – USDA Certified Organic

Style: Whole Leaf, Long-Twisted

Type: Organic Black Tea

Standard: Gold

Sourcing Region: Ilam, Nepal

Elevation: ~6,500 ft

Harvest: Autumn Flush

Processing: Fully Oxidized (Whole-Leaf Preserved)

Certifications: USDA Organic

Suggested Infusions: 3-4

Texture: Thick, Brothy & Silky

Autumnal depth from the Himalayas — whole-leaf, bold, and richly aromatic

From the mist-veiled slopes of Ilam, Nepal, at nearly 6,500 feet, comes a whole-leaf black tea that captures the essence of Himalayan autumn. Each long, twisted leaf is carefully hand-plucked and fully oxidized to preserve its natural shape and vitality, resulting in a bold, ruby-red liquor that glows with inner warmth.

The cup opens with a gentle earthiness layered with cocoa husk, dried cherry, and warm oak, deepening into notes of sweet tobacco, molasses, and a touch of spice. Its texture is thick and brothy, coating the palate with a velvety warmth that feels both grounding and rejuvenating.

What makes this tea stand apart is its Himalayan altitude and microclimate, where the cooler, thinner air slows leaf growth, allowing a dense concentration of amino acids and sugars. This natural process enhances sweetness and body while minimizing bitterness, yielding a black tea with unusual depth, smoothness, and clarity.

While reminiscent of fine Darjeeling autumnals, this tea carries greater resonance and minerality, shaped by Ilam’s younger, chemical-free gardens and living Himalayan soil. It is a cup that feels alive — complex yet tranquil, rich yet clean, capturing the quiet dignity of high mountain harvests.

Aroma & Appearance

Long, twisted leaves in deep bronze and olive-black hues release an aroma ofmolasses, sun-dried wood, and faint cocoa. In the cup: aclear ruby-amber liquorwith a warm, garnet glow and a naturally polished finish.

Taste Experience

Aroma: Molasses, cocoa husk, rosewood, and red fruit
Liquor: Deep ruby-amber, clear and radiant
Taste: Earthy malt, caramel, plum, and faint spice tones
Mouthfeel: Thick, brothy, and soothingly rounded
Finish: Long and mineral, with a soft, honeyed aftertaste

Why It’s Special

High-Elevation Origin (~6,500 ft):
Cooler air and diffused sunlight slow the growth of each leaf, concentrating natural sweetness and polyphenols for an antioxidant-rich cup with deep flavor and low bitterness.
Whole-Leaf Craftsmanship:
Leaves are hand-rolled and left intact, preserving their full structure and flavor integrity — producing a cup that’s bold, full-bodied, and elegantly smooth.
Autumn Flush Richness:
Harvested at the end of the growing season, when the cooler nights develop sugars and aroma compounds, giving the tea its signature molasses depth and mellow warmth.
Pure Organic Cultivation:
USDA Certified Organic, grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers — letting the true Himalayan terroir express itself in clarity and purity.
Beyond Darjeeling:
While Darjeeling teas are famed for their brightness, Ilam’s higher elevation, younger gardens, and organic soils yield a fuller-bodied, more mineral cup — a natural evolution of the Himalayan tea tradition.
Sustainable Himalayan Tea Estates:
Sourced from smallholder growers and cooperatives dedicated to eco-friendly cultivation and fair trade, ensuring that each cup supports both the land and the people who nurture it.

Brewing Recommendation

Leaf: 2–2.5 g (≈1½ tsp) per 8–10 oz (240–300 ml)
Water: 205 °F / 96 °C
Time: 3–4 minutes
Re-steeps: 2–3; add 30–45 sec each infusion
Milk pairing: a splash of warm milk accentuates malt & butterscotch—no sweetener needed.

Pro Tip: Try the first infusion plain to appreciate the natural caramel and malt notes, and add a splash of milk in the second infusion for a velvety, breakfast-style finish.

The taste profiles of loose-leaf teas can vary widely depending on the steep duration, tea-to-water ratio, and water temperature. We encourage you to try different combinations for brewing tea to find the perfect tea, that speaks to your taste buds.