A Tea-rrific Surprise: Darjeeling's First Flush Beats the Clock in 2025

The highly anticipated Darjeeling First Flush tea season, which typically starts in late February, is this year being pushed back due to unfavorable weather. First Flush is the first harvest of fresh leaves and tips during early spring, known for its light and perfumed cup. Tea gardens in the region are seeing cooler temperatures and sporadic showers, slowing down the growth of new shoots needed for this premium tea. As a result, the plucking season is being pushed back, impacting local farmers and global tea enthusiasts who await this seasonal delight.

 

Source: teaemporium.net