DO YOU KNOW THESE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN DARJEELING AND ASSAM TEA? DO_YOU_KNOW_THESE_DIFFERENCES_BETWEEN_DARJEELING_A | Página 2

India is a large tea producing nation across the world. Assam and
Darjeeling are amongst the chief tea producing regions in this
country. Finest quality blends are produced in these regions and
are consumed extensively not only in India but also in foreign
countries. Distinct flavor and aroma of these blends have craze all
round the globe.
Both Darjeeling and Assam produce black tea which is quite
popular in global market but there are certain differences between
them. The difference is due to cultivation practices and the
environmental characteristics of the regions.
Now, let’s take a close look at the distinguishing characteristics of
the regions that cater distinctive properties to the teas.
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The Terrain
As you all know, Darjeeling and Assam has geographical
difference. Darjeeling tea is cultivated in the slopes in the foothills
of the Himalayas whereas in Assam, tea cultivation takes place in
lowlands. The altitude of Darjeeling plays a significant role in
formation of the structure and flavor of the blend. On the other
hand, climatic condition and clayey soil of Brahmaputra valley
makes Assam a perfect region for tea cultivation.
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Leaves
Tea leaves have significant contribution to the quality of the
beverage. Leaves of Assam teas are larger than Darjeeling. Tea
leaves of Darjeeling have fine hairs which are removed in drying
process. Also, Assam leaves are glossier and darker than
Darjeeling leaves.
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Color