Description
Jun Chiyabari Estate Heritage
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden – an exceptional family-run tea garden in the highlands of eastern Nepal, creating distinctive teas from the unique Himalayan environment:
- Established in 2000 – founded by brothers Lochan and Bachan Gyawali with a vision to create unique Himalayan teas
- “Moon-lit Tea Garden” – Jun Chiyabari takes its name from the Nepali expression for a moonlit tea garden
- Eastern Nepal origin – located near Hile in the Dhankuta district of Nepal
- High-altitude cultivation – tea is grown across elevations of approximately 1,650 to 2,200 metres
- Family-run garden – a strong focus on craftsmanship, experimentation, and distinctive tea production
Flavour Profile & Characteristics
Himalayan Shiiba offers a delicate and refreshing expression of high-altitude Nepalese green tea:
- Fresh green character – clean and vibrant with the natural freshness of carefully crafted green tea
- Delicate floral notes – subtle aromatic qualities characteristic of Jun Chiyabari’s mountain-grown teas
- Gentle sweetness – a soft natural sweetness that develops as the tea cools
- Light, refreshing body – elegant and approachable without heaviness
- Clean finish – fresh and lingering with a pleasant mountain-tea character
Himalayan Shiiba Selection
HSH – Himalayan Shiiba represents Jun Chiyabari’s approach to creating distinctive teas that express the character of their Himalayan origin:
- Specialty green tea – crafted to preserve the fresh and delicate qualities of the leaf
- Carefully selected leaf – quality tea leaves are chosen from the garden’s high-altitude plots
- Artisanal craftsmanship – tea-making techniques are carefully adapted to the leaf and season
- Light aromatic character – the finished tea reflects the naturally fragrant qualities of Jun Chiyabari teas
- Distinctive Nepalese identity – an elegant alternative to more familiar Chinese and Japanese green teas
High-Altitude Himalayan Terroir
Jun Chiyabari’s extraordinary mountain environment gives its teas a distinctive sense of place:
- 1,650-2,200 metre elevation – high-altitude growing conditions encourage distinctive flavour development
- Cool mountain mists – the garden experiences cool mist and chilly nights between bright, warm sunny periods
- Diverse microclimates – the surrounding landscape creates varied conditions across the garden’s individual plots
- Forest-framed tea plots – tea grows among forests, bamboo groves, rocky slopes, brooks, and streams
- Himalayan mountain character – altitude, climate, and landscape combine to create light and aromatic teas
From Leaf to Cup
Jun Chiyabari’s tea masters approach each tea according to the character of the leaf, season, cultivar, and desired style:
- Careful harvesting – young tea leaves are selected from the garden’s high-altitude plots
- Plot-by-plot cultivation – the garden is planted in small plots containing different high-quality cultivars
- Specialized processing – different teas undergo different processing methods to bring out their individual qualities
- Skilled craftsmanship – processing is adapted according to the leaf and the desired finished tea
Perfect For
- Green tea enthusiasts – ideal for those seeking a distinctive Nepalese interpretation of green tea
- Tea connoisseurs – an intriguing choice for exploring high-altitude Himalayan teas
- Morning tea – light, fresh, and refreshing for a gentle start to the day
- Afternoon enjoyment – delicate enough for relaxed sipping and mindful tea moments
- Pure tea appreciation – best enjoyed without additions to experience its subtle natural character
Brewing Instructions
- Water temperature: 175-185°F (80-85°C)
- Steeping time: 2-3 minutes for a delicate and refreshing cup
- Tea amount: 1-2 tsp per 8oz cup
- Best served: Plain to appreciate the fresh, floral, and naturally sweet character
- Multiple infusions: Experiment with shorter subsequent infusions to explore the changing character of the leaves
The Jun Chiyabari Philosophy
Jun Chiyabari was established with the ambition of creating distinctive Himalayan teas rather than simply following conventional tea-making rules:
- Innovative tea making – the garden continually experiments with different techniques and styles
- Himalayan identity – teas are crafted to express the character of their mountain environment
- Diverse cultivars – small plots contain different high-quality cultivars, contributing to varied tea character
- Family-run vision – a long-term commitment to producing distinctive and exceptional Himalayan teas
Authentic Himalayan Character
Jun Chiyabari Himalayan Shiiba captures the fresh, delicate personality of high-altitude Nepalese green tea:
- Pure Nepalese origin – grown in the mountains of eastern Nepal
- High-altitude terroir – cultivated between approximately 1,650 and 2,200 metres
- Fresh green character – light, clean, and refreshing
- Delicate aromatics – subtle floral and naturally sweet notes
- Distinctive Himalayan identity – an elegant expression of Jun Chiyabari’s unique approach to Nepalese tea
Ingredients: Pure green tea from Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden, Dhankuta, Eastern Nepal
Available in 25g, 50g, and 100g sizes – perfect for discovering the delicate character of Himalayan Shiiba and exploring the distinctive world of high-altitude Nepalese green tea.
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