The Tea Gardens of Nilgiri

The Nilgiri region is home to many tea estates, each with its own distinct flavor profiles. These estates range from large commercial plantations to smaller, boutique producers. The tea gardens are typically located in the foothills of the Nilgiri Mountains and are often surrounded by forests, adding to the charm of the tea-producing region.

One of the unique aspects of Nilgiri tea is the production process, which involves the use of both traditional and modern techniques. Tea leaves are carefully hand-plucked by skilled workers, and the leaves are processed with great care to preserve their natural flavors. While some Nilgiri teas are made using orthodox methods (hand-rolling the leaves), others are produced using CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl) machines, which are more efficient and result in stronger, more robust teas.