Darjeeling First Flush DJ1 2026 – Selection from Liza Hill estate
A rare First Flush with character
The Darjeeling SFTGFOP1 First Flush DJ1 2026 from Liza Hill Estate comes from the very first harvest of the season and originates from an exclusive section of the estate dedicated to the finest tea bushes, reserved for exceptional teas. This early spring picking delivers a lively, refined and gently sweet freshness that defines top-quality Darjeeling First Flush tea. Each sip feels like a fresh mountain walk through the Himalayas; bright, elegant and beautifully smooth. Perfect for tea lovers seeking the purest expression of Darjeeling.
High-altitude terroir and meticulous craftsmanship
The tea bushes grow at high elevation in the pristine mountain air of the Liza Hill Tea Estate in Darjeeling, India, where unique soil conditions and careful cultivation create remarkable depth of flavour. Across fallow land and garden boundaries, grasses, shrubs and trees are planted to support biodiversity and soil vitality, forming the natural foundation for complex aroma development. The result is a refined SFTGFOP1 Darjeeling tea with sparkling freshness, delicate floral notes and elegant structure, appealing equally to newcomers and experienced tea drinkers.
A flavour journey for discerning tea lovers
This DJ1 2026 First Flush Darjeeling is known for its lively yet gentle character. Expect fresh spring leaf notes, subtle sweetness and a clean, aromatic finish. Close your eyes and travel sip by sip to the breathtaking slopes of Liza Hill, a taste experience treasured by connoisseurs worldwide. For the best infusion, we recommend brewing with filtered or still water to fully reveal its layered aromas. Ideal as a refined morning tea or a graceful moment of calm later in the day.
What does DJ1 mean?
In Darjeeling tea, DJ1 refers to the first produced and auctioned lot from a specific tea estate in a particular harvest year. It indicates the sequence within the First Flush harvest, not the flavour profile or leaf grade.
Specifically, DJ1/2026 means:
- DJ = Darjeeling (region of origin)
- 1 = first batch/invoice of the season
- 2026 = harvest year of the First Flush
Because DJ1 is the very first lot harvested and processed, it is often highly sought after by tea connoisseurs. It represents the earliest spring character of the estate and is therefore considered especially fresh, lively and exclusive.