Darjeeling Badamtam Spring Moonlight White (Limited Edition)

5.0 28 reviews
Harvested in early spring from the serene slopes of Badamtam Tea Estate, this Moonlight White tea presents an elegant ethereal cup layered with lifted florals and a refined, lingering sweetness of ripe tropical fruit.
Medium
Caffeine
First Flush
picked Mar 2026
Flavor Strength
Light
Estate Certified
Organic

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The Garden

Nestled in the Lebong Valley of Darjeeling, Badamtam was established in 1858 by British planter Christine Barnes and is home to a serene 14 foot high Buddha statue.

Offering sweeping views of Mt Kanchenjunga, the estate is especially revered for its ethereal Moonlight white teas, delicate, fragrant and crafted in limited spring quantities.

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster
Teabox chief tea taster
Aroma
Graceful and aromatic, unfolding notes of gardenia, raw mango, and a soft sweetness of ripe cantaloupe.
Appearance
Champagne
Taste
Light-bodied and silken, the liquor opens with refined, flowing florals that glide elegantly across the palate, reminiscent of a delicate white tea. These lifted aromatics linger with finesse, shaping a poised and graceful expression. Beneath, gentle notes of raw mango and ripe cantaloupe lend a soft, rounded fruit character, subtle yet expressive.

As the infusion evolves, a fresh spring sap nuance emerges, lightly vegetal and dewy, seamlessly layered with a bright citrus undertone that brings clarity, lift, and structure to the cup.

Across multiple steeps, the profile remains harmonious and composed-floral, mellow, and delicately fruited-finishing clean, smooth, and enduring, with a refined, refreshing resonance akin to a fine vintage.
Darjeeling Badamtam Spring Moonlight White (Limited Edition) tasting notes
This lot's freshness journey
Verified picking and processing dates. Batch EX-12 · Clonal (AV2) cultivar Clonal (AV2) cultivar — An intensely aromatic, elegant cultivar with lush floral notes, ripe fruits with smooth finish and long aftertaste. · Grade SFTGFOP1 SFTGFOP1 — Refers to Special Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: Simply the best & finest in whole leaf quality

85.9 km · ~3 hrs. The only facility near the source - this lot reached us within 3 hours.

20th-21st Mar'26
Picked & processed
Hand-plucked and made at the estate
23rd Mar'26
Arrived at Teabox
Hand-plucked and made at the estate
24th Mar'26
Sorted & cleaned
Hand-plucked and made at the estate
24th Mar'26
Stored for freshness
Hand-plucked and made at the estate
On your order.
Ready to ship
Hand-plucked and made at the estate

How To Steep

Step 1
Heat 150ml of water to 80–85°C (176-186°F).
Step 2
Measure 4 tsp (3 g) of tea into the teapot or infuser.
Step 3
Pour the hot water over the leaves and cover.
Step 4
Let it steep for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Strain and pour. These leaves give their best in three steeps.
Serving
Enjoy it plain. Serve Hot or Cold.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Airtight container, away from heat, sunlight and moisture.

Certifications

Certification
Certification
Certification
Certification
100% Pure & Fresh Darjeeling Tea
100% Pure & Fresh Darjeeling Tea
Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Darjeeling CTM License No.- DJ/489/13032015/TE
TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE
TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE
DARJEELING CERTIFIED TRADE MARK
DARJEELING CERTIFIED TRADE MARK
With the rise of adulterated Darjeeling teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Darjeeling teas, sourced fresh from the gardens, are sold with a Certified Trademark license.

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Jihye Kim (Seocho-gu, KR)
Best tea this year 🩵

Two years ago, I first encountered the Badamtam First Flush Black Tea. Its sophisticated aroma completely captivated me, and I found myself treasuring every gram throughout the year. Imagine my absolute delight when I discovered that Teabox released a limited edition of Badamtam White Tea this season.

Given its rarity, the price is as steep as the quantity is modest. Today, I carefully unsealed this precious tea for a private moment of indulgence. I prepared my favorite Noritake teapot and teacup, as I felt their timeless elegance would perfectly complement the subtle floral notes of the brew.

Truth be told, I was already half-intoxicated by the dizzying floral fragrance that filled the air during the steeping process. However, it was the first sip that truly compelled me to close my eyes in pure bliss.

Tasting Notes
• The Profile: A magnificent, feminine floral note reminiscent of peonies in full bloom.
• The Finish: Following the floral grandeur is a delicate, nutty undertone—much like the refined savoriness of a high-grade Woojeon green tea. It was a truly delightful surprise.

Having managed to secure only 25g, I am keenly aware that these moments of joy are limited. For my next session, I plan to invite my dearest tea companion to share in this exquisite experience.

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Cho YunSil (Yuseong-gu, KR)
Darjeeling Teas

This tea transported me to the spring of Darjeeling. The aroma and flavor were simply lovely and magnificent. I opened and brewed all three of these Darjeeling teas at spring tea gathering.

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Linda
Phenomenal white tea

I’ve been a customer for 7 years, I have to say this is the best white tea you have offered so far. It’s delicate and subtle and yet the flavor comes through even in a second steeping.

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Éric
Great aroma to this...

Great aroma to this year's first flush!

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Donna Poskitt (Edinburgh, GB)
Great experience

I received my first order. Delighted- beautiful packing, lovely caddies, the tea is fantastic, no dust at the bottom of your tea. I bought the first spring flush limited edition, expensive but so worth it, as a little treat to myself. Nothing like a lovely cup of special tea, and a moment of calm, bliss. Keep up the great work. The only negative was delivery, longer than I expected, but wait was worth it.

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Kirill Morozov
It's hard to describe...

It's hard to describe this tea! Yes it is very/too expensive yes it is produced 3-4 kilograms per year but the taste is unforgettable! The aroma and aftertaste remained for a long time after the first cup. Subsequent brews were not so much admired. Summary: Yes, tea is not for every day, but definitely worth a try!

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Noriyoshi
I have never met a tea better than this one.

I look forward to Moonlight in Badamtam every year.
I drank INVOICE EX-1, EX-3 and EX-5 this year.
Each has its own personality and is delicious, but this tea was my favorite.
I have purchased several times already.
Thank you for selling this tea.

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Madan
Sublime! The best darjeeling...

Sublime! The best darjeeling I have tasted to date! Highly recommended.

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PRABHASHKAR
The aristocratic tea

This is one of the finest teas I ever tasted. The taste and aroma last longer, even after you are done with your cup. Many congratulations to the team to select such product and bring it to us.

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Jeffrey
Subtle and relaxing

This is a very subtle tea that develops complex flavor over time—good for relaxation and meditation

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Aprativirya

One of the best tea that I had from Teabox. The colour looks amazing and the taste is fantastic

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Jayadev

I have been waiting for this tea to get launched and finally my wait it over. I ordered it, received it and drank it. Thank you Teabox it has always been a great experience

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Dhritiman

I got my stock 2 days back and its about to get over. Will place an order today. Highly recommended

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Barsati

I get three different taste each time I steep it so it feels like I am drinking three different teas and it is amazing

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Gopa

The one thing that I like about Teabox is it never compromises on quality. Keep up the good work. Cheers

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Avidosa

This is the best tea from this year. Every sip gives you such a hevenly feeling.

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Avantas

I got it as a gift for my wife as she is a tea lover and she simply loves it. I can see a smile on her face everytime she drinks it

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Debasis

The colour is on point, the taste is on point and the service is on point. What else do you need!

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Devasru

It act as as an energy boster for me. I start my day with this amazing Badamtam Moonlight Spring White

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Asvathama

It has a refreshing fruity taste that is so soothing on the tongue that give you an excellent taste

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Jitendra

I dirnk it by adding ice and it gives me a differnt taste the is unexplainable

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Dharmadhrt

Once you taste this tea you will never like any other tea I really can't explain what immense happiness does it give me. Every sip is so satisfying.

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Hardeep

It has floral as well as fruity taste. Great tea and very good service

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Sonali
Darjeeling's Best!

Best tea I have ever had from Darjeeling. I steeped this tea for five times, first steep was very floral, second steeped at 6 minutes it was fruity like a mix of Lemon juice and pineapple, Third steep again at 6 minutes it was like fresh vegetables with hints of Floral and fruity characters, fourth steep at 5 minutes it was like cooked corns with sweet under notes and fifth steep was still sweet and hints of fresh veggies. Surely a rare pick and a connoisseurs delight.

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Ashutosh
NEW FLAVOURS

IT WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE TRYING NEW BLENDS

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Mohan
Tea of the Century

"Today I am reviewing what could possibly be the tea of the century. I have never bought such as expensive tea ever before, so I was skeptical whether it was really worth it. And boy, did it deliver!
I have never tasted a Darjeeling white which had a subtle after taste of my favorite fruit on the planet – the Indian Alphonso Mango. This white tea delivers this flavor in bags-full. It is subtle, yet bursting with flavor. I steeped it 3 times at 70 deg Celsius water and easily got 3 brilliant infusions out if it at 4, 5 and 6 minutes per each succeeding infusion. Brilliant, mind-blowing, there aren’t enough adjectives to describe this unbelievable tea.
Being so expensive, I have to restrain myself and use this only on those “special” days when I want to feel like a king. Possibly the best Darjeeling tea I ever tasted. Overall rating 9.6/10."

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Geoffroy
Unique profile

This tea shows a good complexity, some precise flavors and a great evolution from cup to cup without losing intensity! I had three cups. First is full of flowers, in particular geranium. In a second cup, flowers start to fade and exotism is more present. Third cup is just about mango (I did not expect such an amazing third cup). That kind of tea is very unusual for Darjeeling and cannot be missed by Darjeeling lovers.

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Anonymous
Flawless

The downy buds are just as beautiful to look at as they are to taste. Sweet aromas of fresh tropical fruit and herbs. Finishes with a subtle astringency that tickles the tongue, but not a hint of bitterness. Very generous, the leaves continue to yield flavour after 5+ brews. Among the best teas I've ever tasted.