Description

A bold and energizing brew, perfect to kickstart your day. Hand-plucked from Nilgiri’s tribal plantations, it offers a strong aroma and rich flavor. A premium-grade black tea harvested from the high-altitude slopes of the Nilgiris. Every leaf is hand-picked, naturally dried, and rolled by Irula and Kurumba artisans — preserving the mountain freshness and floral aroma the Nilgiris are famous for. Key Features: • Hand-plucked and sun-dried by tribal growers • Strong, aromatic flavor with smooth finish • Naturally rich in antioxidants • 100% chemical-free and shade-grown • Fair-trade certified through TNTribalMart initiative Specifications: • Type: Orthodox Black Tea • Grade: Premium Whole Leaf • Flavor Profile: Floral, woody, mildly brisk • Altitude: 1,500–2,000 m (Nilgiris Highlands) • Packaging: 100g | 250g | 500g vacuum-sealed pouches • Shelf Life: 12 months • Origin: Irula & Kurumba tribal plantations, Kotagiri, Nilgiris The Story Behind Nilgiris Tribal Black Tea For generations, the Irula and Kurumba tribes have cultivated small patches of tea amidst the forest slopes of Kotagiri and Coonoor. Unlike commercial estates, their plantations are community-owned, naturally shaded, and nurtured without chemical inputs. The tea leaves are handpicked during dawn when the mist still lingers — ensuring maximum flavor and aroma. After gentle sun-drying and rolling, they are packaged at the source, maintaining freshness and traceability. Each packet of TNTribalMart’s Nilgiris Black Tea tells a story of sustainability, cultural pride, and empowerment. By choosing this tea, you preserve not just a tradition, but a way of life in harmony with the Nilgiris hills. ✨ Authentic. Traceable. Genuine. – Trust in TNTribalMart.