Created in 2006 by Mr. DB Gurung, the Castleton factory manager with an experience of 35+ years, the specialty tea with a resonance of oak and vanilla develops a velvety body of ephemeral orchids and a fantastic finish of tendrils.

Castleton Moonlight Tea:

Castleton Moonlight is a special and rare second flush black tea harvested exclusively during the moonlit nights. It is an artisanal tea that reflects the care and meticulous attention paid to the quality of the leaves. The name "Moonlight" comes from the tradition of plucking tea leaves under the moonlight, a practice that is said to enhance the flavor and aroma of the tea, ensuring only the most tender leaves are selected.

Moonlight Harvesting:

Hand-Picking under Moonlight: The leaves for Castleton Moonlight are picked at night, often under the light of the moon. The cooler night air and the absence of the sun help preserve the delicate compounds in the tea leaves. Tea pluckers select only the finest tender buds and young leaves, which are crucial for the unique flavor profile of the Moonlight tea.

Seasonal Timing: The second flush is the perfect time for Moonlight plucking as the tea leaves have matured and developed full flavor, but not too long to become overly bitter. The moonlit plucking enhances the process, ensuring that the leaves retain all their natural oils and delicate aromas.

DRY LEAF
A captivating boom of bright ochre topped off by fluffy silvertip unleashes cozy warmth of Oakwood with the sweetness of nougat.

INFUSION
An intricate make of two leaves and a bud glisten and tease with sweet floral notes of vanilla and a crisp earthy relief of straw.

LIQUOR
Clean liquor shimmers hay yellow and entices with a lifted floral bouquet of orchids, geraniums, and snowdrops to melt into cloud-like wisps of vanilla pods and hazelnut that herald a brisk breeze of tender tendrils that brushes tops of the palette for a fresh finish.

☕ For a Perfect Cup of Tea:
💧 Take 1 cup of water (180 ml).
🔥 Heat it to 90-95°C.
🍃 Put 1 teaspoon (2.5g) of tea leaves in the water.
⏱️ Steep the leaves for 3-5 minutes.
Enjoy your tea! 🌿🍵