This tea is a gem. It’s a classic breakfast-style black with a malty backbone and a smooth, almost sweet finish. While it’s not a high-grade cut like SFTGFOP (Special Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe), the finely ground leaves retain integrity. There are some stems mixed in, but nothing that detracts from the experience. In fact, the smaller leaf size shortens brew time and likely contributes to the rich flavour profile.
Despite its modest grade, this tea delivers a genuinely delicious cup—smooth, malty, and never bitter. I keep around 30 varieties of loose leaf teas, many of them top-tier, and this Daintree blend holds its own. It’s a great example of how flavour doesn’t always correlate with grade; sometimes a well-handled, locally grown tea just hits the mark.
Ordering was seamless. The product shipped promptly, the price is very affordable, and it’s clear the owners take pride in their work. That care shows not just in the flavour, but in the small touches—like the handwritten thank-you note included with my order. If you love your teas half as much as I do, this is one worth adding to your collection.