ASSAM | KAHIBARI, HEIRLOOM L1

A SUPERB, HIGHLY UNUSUAL ASSAM WITH BEAUTIFULLY HAND CRAFTED, CHUNKY LEAVES.  THIS BOLD TEA MAKES A DELICIOUS BREAKFAST DRINK OR A VERY POWERFUL ICE BREW.  

Tasting Notes:  fermented cacao nibs, molasses, malt

Origin:  Kahibari, Dimakuchi District, Assam (India)

GPS:  26.8°N, 92.1°E

Harvest:  July 2023

Cultivar:  heirloom

ABOUT THE GROWER

Mr. T. Bodosa was born to a family who traditionally grew fruit and vegetable, organically, in northern Assam, just a few km away from the border with Bhutan.  Since 2007, he has pioneered organic farming in the region, and is now mentor to most neighbours.  His farm is a happy place for populations of wild elephants, wild pigs, deer and peacocks.

His tea making style is also unique, favouring careful handcrafting vs. the mass produced highly homogenous tea that is most common.

Photo credit:  H. Wari