Assam Mangalam Gold Summer Black

Crafted from prized clonal bushes in Upper Assam’s Mangalam estate, this golden-tipped Summer Black brims with malty depth, layered sweetness, and a brisk, lasting finish—an exceptional cup that’s equally delightful on its own or with a dash of milk.

Pack Size:

100 gm

100 gm

SAVE 5%

300 gm

SAVE 10%

500 gm

SAVE 12%

1 Kg

Variant

Story

Established in 1973, Mangalam Tea Estate lies in the heart of Upper Assam’s Sibsagar district, spanning 118 hectares. A pioneer in modern tea cultivation, it is one of the few estates to rely entirely on clonal varietals, planted with dense spacing of 18 inches and a plucking patch of 2.6 feet—supporting an impressive 42,480 bushes per hectare. This meticulous design has made Mangalam a benchmark of excellence, famed for its radiant golden tips and exceptional Orthodox and CTC teas.

Set at a slightly higher elevation than most gardens in the district, Mangalam benefits from a unique terroir that deepens the richness of its teas. Its layout is carefully structured into one-acre plots, each bordered by wide footpaths and motorable roads—allowing easy supervision, efficient operations, and consistently high standards of craft.

With its focus on innovation and sustainability, Mangalam marries quality with responsibility. Eco-friendly practices protect both the environment and the character of its teas, ensuring every harvest reflects the estate’s enduring commitment to excellence. Today, Mangalam stands as one of Assam’s most distinguished names—cherished for its craftsmanship and celebrated for its distinctive flavor.

Why Premium Pricing?

Excellence like this isn’t by chance—it’s crafted through vision, innovation, and care.

We could offer you just another Assam summer tea.
But then, your Mangalam Summer Black wouldn’t be:

- From one of Assam’s most modern estates
- Made entirely from prized clonal varietals
- Celebrated for its golden-tipped leaves
- Harvested at the peak of Summer
- Renowned for its bold maltiness
- Produced with precision planting practices
- Delivered garden-fresh to your cup

With Teabox, premium means more than price—it’s the promise of craft, character, and a cup worth remembering.

Shipping

We deliver fresh teas to every pincode in India and to over 125 countries worldwide. Your order is processed within one business day, and a tracking link is provided once it’s shipped.

India
• Express Delivery: 2-4 days
• Free Shipping on Orders Above: ₹399

Rest of the World
• Express Delivery: 5-8 days

For orders below these amounts or in other countries, shipping costs, as well as any applicable Duties and Taxes, are transparently calculated during checkout.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

18th-19th Aug'25

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

20th Aug'25

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

21st Aug'25

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

21st Aug'25

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

21st Aug'25

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

22nd Aug'25

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

Second Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

FTGFOP1

Refers to Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: A superior, whole leaf grade of tea, renowned for its exquisite quality

Grade

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

OR-777

Unique Reference Number for this Batch

Invoice

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

100% Pure & Fresh Assam Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Assam CTM License No.- AS/116/18032015/E

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

ASSAM CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

With the rise of adulterated Assam teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Assam teas, sourced fresh from the gardens, are sold with a Certified Trademark license.

How To Steep

Steep It Hot

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150ml

185-194°F/
85-90°C

2Tsp/2g/
0.07oz

5
mins

High
Caffeine

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Marked by malt, date palm, and gentle honeyed accents

Appearance

Dark Amber

Taste

This season’s Mangalam cup is bold yet brisk, carrying the estate’s signature robustness. Lively malt leads the way, layered with sweet notes of date palm and yellow raisins.

Subtle cocoa nuances emerge mid-sip, before rounding off in a warm, caramelized finish that lingers with satisfying depth. A true Assam classic to savor this summer.

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Where is Assam located?

Assam lies in northeastern India, nestled in the fertile Brahmaputra River valley. Its tropical climate, rich alluvial soil, and protection from the Eastern Himalayas create ideal conditions for growing robust, full-bodied teas. The region is also part of a global biodiversity hotspot.

How would you describe the flavor profile of Assam teas?

Assam teas are known for their bold, malty character, full-bodied texture, and briskness. Grown under intense heat and humidity, these teas offer a rich, comforting depth—often likened to the maltiness of a fine beer.

What are Golden Tips in Assam teas?

Golden Tips are tender, unopened leaf buds with a golden hue, covered in soft down. These prized tips lend a creamy texture, delicate sweetness, and added depth to the cup—making such teas highly sought after.

Which are the key tea-growing regions in Assam?

Some of the finest teas come from regions like Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Jorhat, Golaghat, Sibsagar, and Cachar. Each area imparts subtle differences in flavor, shaped by local soil and climate.

What’s the caffeine level in Assam teas?

Assam black teas contain moderate to high caffeine—typically 40–70 mg per 6 oz cup.

The exact level depends on leaf grade, type (CTC vs. orthodox), and steeping method. These teas are ideal for a morning boost or a mid-day pick-me-up.

Is this tea suitable for multiple infusions?

Assam black teas are typically best enjoyed in a single infusion to capture their bold, full-bodied character.

What foods pair well with this tea?

Its malty richness pairs beautifully with buttered toast, dark chocolate, almond biscotti, or savory breakfast dishes. It’s also excellent with a splash of milk alongside tea cakes.

Frequently Purchased

Outstanding Assam

Fragrant aroma and lovely malty flavor like the best Assam has! Delicious!

Very good tea!!!

Very good tea!!!

Good assam. Good taste

Good assam. Good taste

Initial Order

Excellent quality tea leaves. Well packaged, speedy delivery.
Will definitely buy again.

Great service

Wonderful tea, great clear prompt communication and prompt delivery from halfway round the world

tea with fresh floral aroma

I have now tried several of the Teabox black teas that are vacuum packed and I'm impressed how they have a fresh floral aroma. Years ago I visited a tea plantation in the Himalayan foothills and I remember how much I liked the aroma of fresh tea. The Teabox teas bring that experience back to me.

A cut above the rest. Best tea by miles

Couldn’t be more happy. I literally get excited boiling the kettle!

Favorite Assam

This is my favorite Assam tea. It has a fruity flavor and is full bodied and can be made strong without becoming tannic.

In my opinion, he...

In my opinion, he is inferior to Halmari and Doomni. And the price is too high, but overall a good soft assam without pronounced astringency.

Smooth and elegant!

Smooth and elegant!

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Assam Mangalam Gold Summer Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

Certifications

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

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