Reviews for Republic Darjeeling Black Full Leaf Tea
December 28, 2025
Excellent Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The best tasting Darjeeling from a great company!

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December 28, 2025
Excellent Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The best tasting Darjeeling from a great company!

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November 20, 2025
flat
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

I kinda blind bought a tin of this assuming I would like it. It tastes really flat, and I'm not sure if that's how it's supposed to taste. A lot of people seem to like it, unfortunately not me.

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November 15, 2025
Empress of Teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

One of the most delicious teas in my long relationship with tea. With a most satisfying and well-rounded flavor, this tea is premium quality. Definitely a staple in my tea pantry.

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November 12, 2025
Great flavor
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea is one I always have on hand. One of my favorites.

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October 30, 2025
Darjeeling loose leaf
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My favorite everyday morning tea -- strong but not bitter.

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October 22, 2025
Delicious
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Has been a favorite tea ever since I tried it.

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October 03, 2025
Warm and soothing
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Love my Darjeeling from the Republic of Tea!

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September 25, 2025
The Only Darjeeling You Need to Buy
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love this tea. I have tried many, many Darjeeling teas, but I always come back to Republic Darjeeling. It has excellent flavor with depth and complexity with out being bitter.

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September 19, 2025
Dan Pio
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I had tried a sample that I received and liked the bold taste and purchased some for enjoying at a new tea experience,

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September 17, 2025
Fav
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My favorite tea for years now! The bulk bag is a great buy.

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August 30, 2025
A refreshing and versatile black tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic--makes lovely, iced tea as well!

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August 26, 2025
Awesome tea!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I regularly buy this tea and it's the best tea we've ever had. I buy it in bulk because we like it so much. Beats every other I've ever had. We like the flavored teas also, but the Darjeeling is by far our favorite.

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August 17, 2025
Republic Darjeeling Black Full - Dee-lish!!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Repeat customer here. Love this tea!

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August 16, 2025
I can't drink anything else!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My absolute favorite. Nothing else tastes as smooth. I'm caffeine sensitive and this doesn't bother me - but I try to avoid it after 3 pm. I love that I can buy it in one pound bags - I feel like I'm saving the earth while sipping.

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August 09, 2025
Great flavor!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

A lot of iced tea gets consumed in our house and appreciate the depth and quality of the flavor.

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August 03, 2025
Love the darjeeling
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The champagne of teas, indeed! I love the darjeeling I've tried of other brands, so I was excited to try RoT's. It didn't disappoint. I let the full leaf teas steep a little bit longer than bagged. The flavor of darjeeling is lighter on the tongue and more nuanced than other blacks. Will happily buy again!

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July 28, 2025
Good, but more like green tea
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

This was my first time having pure Darjeeling tea, and I can see why it's called the champagne of tea. It was so much lighter and sweeter than the usual black tea I drink that it was almost unrecognizable and tasted closer to green tea, to me, than black. It wasn't bad, but I prefer stronger black tea like English or Irish blends, or pure Assam.

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June 24, 2025
Great Tasting Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Best tea ever!

from Rochester
June 23, 2025
A Lovely Cup of Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I am new to your Darjeeling tea. This is a lovely well balanced tea and is destined to become another Republic of Tea favorites.

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June 22, 2025
Smooth
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This was the first time I have tried the Darjeeling Black Tea. The taste is very smooth, I highly recommend it.

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June 16, 2025
A Delightful and Delicately Balance Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Darjeeling is a lovely and delicately balanced tea. It is destined to be a new favorite.

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May 28, 2025
Lovely Darjeeling
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is a truly lovely, smooth Darjeeling tea.

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April 17, 2025
Great taste
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Darjeeling is my favorite tea and this does not disappoint.

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April 12, 2025
Smooth and delicious flavor but not to strong
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is my favorite and only breakfast tea I drink. Tea bags don't compare to full leaf tea steeped just right. I have used Darjeeling that comes in the little tea bags and always come back to this tea. Absolutely cannot be without it.

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February 18, 2025
Delicious Darjeeling!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My absolute favorite tea! It has a deeply rich, black tea flavor. I found that it was important to follow the brewing instructions to get the best flavor, and I do brew it a bit stronger than recommended because I prefer a bolder flavor.

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December 22, 2024
Amazing products and service!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

BEST tea out there IMO! Company is top notch as well! Usually get my order AHEAD of scheduled date/time. If you ever have any issues, they are very responsive!

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December 20, 2024
An excellent darjeeling
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love darjeeling tea, and this one is really excellent.I always keep it in stock.

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January 08, 2024
This is my favorite tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea is good to enjoy all day. I often brew it for an afternoon treat.

from Macomb, IL
January 07, 2024
Tea time
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have loved all my Republic of Tea purchases for years. Every morning starts with a cup of green tea snd every afternoon continues with a cup or two of my favorite black teas, Darjeeling.

from Dunwoody, GA
November 25, 2023
Best Black
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

A very good Darjeeling. A perfect cup in just two minutes. My favorite hot tea in the winter.

from Charlotte NC
September 30, 2023
Republic Darjeeling Full Leaf Tea IS Tea-rific!!!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The most important thing that is great about my purchase is that I receive a quality tea that somehow tastes light and full-bodied at the same time. I prefer the second flush darjeeling because the flavor is stronger, but not bitter. I think it is called "the champagne of teas" because of the delightful color and the feeling of indulgence when enjoying.

from League City, TX
September 10, 2023
This Darjeeling is some of the best
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Somehow combing the boldness of a black with the floral notes of a green, this Darjeeling is perfectly unique. I buy it religiously because it's just sooooooo good!

from Toledo, OH
September 09, 2023
An excellent tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea has a wonderful flavor. It is one of our favorites.

from New York City
September 06, 2023
Light flavor
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

Be careful of oversteeping as this one gets bitter. However I enjoy this one's light black tea flavor.

from MA
July 10, 2023
Best black tea IMHO
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I've been purchasing this tea for roughly 15 years. Excellent quality and price for Darjeeling Black tea.

from Litchfield Park, AZ
June 25, 2023
Pleasant, light tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Most of my black teas have bold flavors, so it was nice to find a lighter tea that can be enjoyed with any flavor sweet or savory. I even used any "leftovers" for a mild iced tea. Great choice if you want something with less weight for summer

from Santa Rosa, CA
June 19, 2023
Darling Darjeerling
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

First time trying ROT's Darjeerling. The packaging and look of the tea when opened is fantastic, smells good too. However when brewed, some bitter notes, more than other Darjeeling teas I have tried. Only had one cup so far, so not sure what I think yet. Most teas from ROT are so heavenly, so unexpected that I did not love this one right away.

from Venture, CA
April 30, 2023
A nice lighter black tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I really love tea from India. This is a very smooth lighter black tea with a wonderful aroma that you detect with the first sip. A good afternoon tea

from Santa Rosa, California
April 29, 2023
This Darjeeling is Tea-rific
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Have been buying this Darjeeling tea for past 22 years. Nothing compares!

from New London, PA
April 09, 2023
Darjeeling is back
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I was disappointed that the Biodynamic Darjeeling tea was eliminated from the offerings a couple of years ago. Happy to see this Darjeeling full leaf tea appear! It is a light and delicate tea, prefect any time of the day.

from New England
April 07, 2023
My favorite tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have been looking for a loose Darjeeling that is affordable and tastes great. This tea ticks all my boxes. Darjeeling is easily my favorite tea, although I enjoy trying others. The flavor is mellow with little highlights of fruitiness. I also really like the company's style, which allows me to support independent businesses. The blend and the company are both keepers!

from Western Washington
February 26, 2023
My favorite morning tea!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Best daily morning tea -- not too strong. Just perfect!

from San Antonio, TX
November 28, 2022
Great for kombucha
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I use this and Dancing Leaves green tea to make kombucha, it's worked for years.

from Seattle, WA
November 23, 2022
Daring and Delicate is Darjeeling Black Tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is a beautiful tea! The aroma, the taste, the color, everything is perfect. This happens to be one of my go to teas in the morning, I would recommend this to anyone!

from Texas
November 08, 2022
Pure Delight
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I am late to tasting Darjeeling because I was always skeptical about all of the positive buzz and clatter that Darjeeling seems to arrears. A few cups in, I can now say that I get it! This tea is a gentle and sophisticated hug in a cup. it rewards the sipper with a truly enjoyable and uplifting multilayered aroma and taste. It welcomes me at 3 pm and transports me past most daily annoyances. This tea rewards the senses and the soul.

from Marlton, NJ
October 25, 2022
Nice plain tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Nice to serve with dessert

from Nashua, NH
October 23, 2022
My absolute favorite tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I had to give up coffee a couple years ago, because it was triggering migraines. Sigh, it was a sad day. But then I tried Republic of Tea's Darjeeling in a whim and fell in love with the flavor. So now this is what I drink every morning. It's a lighter and more complex flavor than typical plain black tea. Anyway, if you're bored with regular black tea, I highly recommend giving this a shot.

from East Coast
October 03, 2022
Delicious Darjeeling
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love the flowery notes of this tea...delicious in the afternoon with lunch, or anytime!

from Thomaston, CT
September 30, 2022
My Absolute Favorite!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love this tea and need it to start my day. I love the light taste. I love that it comes as a loose leaf, packaged in a bag, and the bag is sent with environmentally friendly fill. Its a delicious, guilt free start on my day.

from Montana
August 06, 2022
Well worth purchasing!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is a magnificent tea, it's my second favorite pure black tea after British Breakfast. This full leaf Darjeeling is smooth and naturally flavorful and nutty. Highly recommended!

from Weatherford, Texas
July 07, 2022
One of my faves!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea is delicious! I've ordered it several times.

from MN
April 23, 2022
Love love love this tea!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The finest tasting tea on the market. Seems expensive, but well worth it.

from Florida
April 09, 2022
This tea is one of my favorites!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The Republic of Tea is one of my favorite tea companies. The orders arrive fast and if you ever have problems with an order they are quick to resolve the issue.

from Pine, CO
February 19, 2022
Good suff!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Darjeeling is one of my favorite teas!

from Fort Myers, FL
October 21, 2021
Excellent tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love all teas from the Republic but this is my favorite by far. Its soothing, delicious and calming. I could drink this all day!

from Alaska
October 18, 2021
King of teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Just compare, only China's exclusive teas are as good

from The forbidden city
October 06, 2021
Not as amazing as their "first flush" -- but still darn good
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I'm new to Darjeeling tea. I bought a container of RoT's "first flush" back in the spring and was hooked. (It's pricey but worth every penny.) After they ran out for the season, I tried this one. It's not as interesting a flavor, but it's still really tasty. I used to start my morning with green tea every day. Then I tried RoT's Darjeeling, and there was just no comparison. Green tea tasted boring when I tried it again. If you've never had it, it's hard to describe Darjeeling. It has a beautiful golden color, and it's kind of like a very light black tea -- but there's something different from typical black tea.

from East Coast
September 18, 2021
Delicious smooth tasting tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This Darjeeling is so smooth and delicious. I was on the fence about this one but added to my order of several full leaf teas. This is my favorite. Try it, I know you will enjoy sipping on this Darjeeling.

from Goldsboro NC
September 06, 2021
Republic Darjeeling Black full leaf tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I have never tried this tea before. It was very good, i liked it a lot. I think it would be a nice tea to drink all day long.

from West Frankfort, Illinois
January 01, 2021
Champagne of Teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This is my Personal Favorite! I order it All The Time!! Excellent Value! Excellent Flavor!

from IL
December 20, 2020
Good morning
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Love this tea. It eases me into the day so nicely.

from CO
November 17, 2020
Really excellent black tea
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I'm not a huge black tea fan, but I got bored and started trying some. This beat my expectations! My experience with black tea has either been unsweet ice tea from here in Texas or generic black tea bags at diners. This tea is very smooth and surprisingly fruity. Leave the used leaves in the refrigerator in water to cold steep and you will see what I mean. It has the fullness of a black tea but flavor notes of a oolong. I'll defiantly buy again if I want something dark

from TX
July 24, 2020
Wonderful Darjeeling tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I've had numerous different brands of Darjeeling tea. One, in tea bag form, is excellent overall. These Republic of Tea Darjeeling leaf tea are right at the top. Excellent value, very tasty for black tea.

from CO
June 10, 2020
The best
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

A regular for years now for my afternoon cuppa. Can't be beat!

from GA
January 27, 2020
The Darge
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love this stuff. If you do it right - 4 minutes brew time, no more, no less - it's utter nectar. Add a short spoon of sugar and a healthy squeeze of fresh lime, and it's beyond amazing! The perfect afternoon tea.

from PA
November 25, 2019
Not much taste
This shopper rated the product 1 out of 5 stars

This tea has a very flat taste. I can't recommend it

from CA
March 22, 2019
The Best!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love darjeeling and this is my go to one even over single garden and first flush darjeelings. The blend is always consistent and I love it. Thank you!

from WA
January 25, 2019
Beautiful delicate flavor, ruins me for other black teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love this Darjeeling. It strikes a balance of delicacy and robustness with the flavors hitting so many different notes. I await the spring harvest, as the freshness of those leaves are the only items to possibly elevate this superb tea.

from CO
June 27, 2018
A Pleasant And Balanced Blend
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love Darjeeling and this one is by far the best I have tried. I have had numerous darjeelings, even from single gardens and first flush, but I always return to the Republic Darjeeling.

from WA
November 10, 2017
Darjeeling is truly the champagne of teas!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I first became familiar with this tea when our Houston Heights Woman's Club used this for their Victorian Holiday Tea. I have drunk a lot of tea in my life, but this tea was above and beyond anything I have ever tasted; it's fragrance was clean and rich with a hint of evergreen (pine?) which made it the perfect tea for our holiday event. Two years later I became the "Tea Mistress" for the annual event and now nearly 12 years later it is the only tea we use. Initially we made it pot by pot, but it was inconsistent due to the variation in the size of the pots. Now we have fabric tea bags that allow us to make a great deal of tea at one time. We can serve 80 ladies in less than 10 minutes! I have found that rinsing the leaves in a little boiling water before steeping enhances the flavor greatly. The leaves can also be steeped a second time without sacrificing any flavor. As lovely as it is for the Holidays, it is just as enjoyable year round. It even makes a nice iced tea. No lemon needed!

from TX
June 05, 2017
smooth and light
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

On my last order, I decided to get smaller quantities of my two regular teas and try several new teas, this being one of them. While I've enjoyed the Darjeeling, it doesn't rank in my top few teas as it just has a hint too much fruity/floral overtones for my personal preference. I can, however, see it being a lovely accompaniment to a light lunch or with an afternoon pastry.

from CA
November 22, 2015
Amazing tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

The Darjeeling tea is very smooth and balanced. It makes you feel calm and gives you a clear mind

from FL
May 28, 2014
I love this tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

This tea is my absolute favorite! I drink this every morning and I offer this to anyone who enjoys tea.

from NC
April 25, 2014
Excellent iced
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

A nice deep, malty nose with fruity and floral hints. Makes for a mild hot brew, the tea flavors disappearing with a splash of milk or cream. But served iced, it's a winner. I let this steep for a minute or two longer than recommended (and not much longer, as it will turn bitter) for that beautiful deep color. A crisp, clean, refreshing unsweetened iced tea with mild floral notes.

from CA
April 12, 2014
Loving it
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Bright, full, no need for milk or sweetener. I don't really like the bother of loose tea, but for this fantastic balanced cup I'll keep coming back for more.

from CA
January 03, 2014
Great tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My British husband loves this tea. He's been drinking it for years.

from CA
October 19, 2013
fine darjeeling tea
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth and delicious. Was a gift to a friend who doesn't drink tea and she gave it to me --it came straight from India! Thank God for friends with good taste!

from MD
March 29, 2013
First Timer
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Never had this kind of tea before . It is very smooth and delicate not strong like most black teas. I'm hooked now. Try some.

from IL
January 18, 2013
True Champagne of Teas
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

It has a smooth fruity, clear taste. Its great hot or cold. It doesnt have a bold strong taste like an English Breakfast. So if that is the kind of taste your going for, this isnt the tea. It has a fine delicate taste that I truly enjoy!

from TX
December 20, 2012
Back to Basics
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Maybe it's me, but it seems this tea has returned to the superior quality offered in the past. For awhile it didn't have that robust flavor and deep, clear color I sought, but this is superb. Please don't change what you're doing.

from VA
November 11, 2012
Try it iced!
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Here in Texas it is often too hot to drink anything hot, even tea. This tea is absolutely marvelous iced. I make a whole pot the night before and put it in the fridge to cool. It is especially wonderful steeped with a sliced key lime. Go darjeeling!

from TX
October 03, 2012
The Best
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Delicious! Cannot get enough!

from MT
May 23, 2012
Very Good Tea
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

This is a very good tea. I liked it better than I thought I would. It is mild and even a little fruity. Even though I normally don't buy black tea, I think I would order it again.

from MN
May 22, 2012
Very tasty
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

This tea has a great flavor. Very smooth, with a nice balance. A must buy.

from TX
April 01, 2012
FANTASTIC
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful tea that we cannot live without!! < 3

from MT
March 22, 2012
darjeeling black
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I purchase this tea for my son. It is all he will drink. We both are sorry you have discontinued your spring pick darjeeling.Both make a very nice cup of tea. I will say even my Grandchildren like your childrens decafe teas I buy them,especially my Grandaughter....tea parties in crazy crazy hats are fun and tasty.

from NY
March 07, 2012
A Nice Darjeeling
This shopper rated the product 4 out of 5 stars

I love Republic's Darjeeling. This particular batch is a little more musky than I like and than previous batches, but still very good.

from WA
February 11, 2012
AHHHHHH
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I love this tea! I have been looking for a black tea with wonderful flavor and beautiful color for so long. It is very slim pickings where I am, so when I began my search online and found this brand of tea, I became intrigued. This Darjeeling tea is so tasty all times of day be it cold or hot, I look forward to the next cup. Due to the rapid delivery, fantastic tea and competitive pricing, I will be order more of this tea and other flavors as well. Thanks for the great cup of tea!!!

from NC
January 23, 2012
Best tasting tea, ever
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

this is my very favorite tea, ever. I dabble with the flavored teas in the summer, but this tea with a dash of cream on a cold winter day is a wonderful warming start to the day or after supper treat.

from IA
January 18, 2012
Yummmmmmmmmm
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

I like Darjeeling and have for many years. Yours has nice leaves, not broken up all that much and so I bought a pound of the stuff. As the headline indicates, Yummmmmm. And now since it is about 16 degrees outside with a northeast wind blowing at about 10 with gusts, I'm steeping one to consume shortly.

from WA
January 11, 2012
Smooth and satisfying
This shopper rated the product 3 out of 5 stars

Just tried a tasting tin before jumping in- I'll be back for more. Great after-dinner cup, after the table is cleared. Smooth, but tasty.

from CA
December 19, 2011
Wonderful
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful

from US
November 19, 2011
Elegant
This shopper rated the product 5 out of 5 stars

My husband and I love this tea weekend mornings in bed...lightly sweetened with honey or plain, it is a weekly indulgence.

from CA