Darjeeling Margaret's Hope Spring Chinary Black
Low Caffeine
First Flush picked May 2026
Flavor StrengthLight
GI Certified Darjeeling
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Tasting Notes
As the cup develops, subtle earthy undertones emerge beneath the fruit-forward brightness, adding depth and structure without overpowering the tea’s delicate spring profile. Gentle nutty accents appear gradually through the mid-palate, lending warmth and softness to the liquor while balancing its citrusy energy.
The mouthfeel remains smooth, crisp, and refreshing throughout, with soft honeyed impressions and fresh green nuances enhancing the tea’s refined character. The finish is clean and lingering, leaving behind delicate traces of lemon zest, tender greens, and mellow nuttiness. A beautifully expressive Chinary black that captures the freshness, vibrancy, and timeless elegance of Darjeeling’s first flush season.
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This was the 4th Spring Chinary Black tasted from my sampler pack (see Castleton, Okayti, & Goomtee). With my limited tasting experience, I can’t claim to taste major differences but all have been good. Still getting used to such light golden hues from black teas. If anything, my first brew of Margaret’s Hope had very slightly more astringency but not high. Looking forward to a few more cups.
One of the best tea I have ever had. Thank you Teabox for having such a wide variety of teas.
Excellent tea. Great nose and faivour
My FAVOURITE tea purchased during the Black Friday sales. I could not help myself and bought two kilos!! It's great that the tea is packed in 100g vacuum sealed packs - always fresh and now I have many stocking fillers ready for Christmas! Being summer here in Melbourne, I love steeping the tea in cold water in a big pot, leaving it overnight in the fridge and delicious refreshing cold tea the next day! Full of all those special Margaret's Hope flavours
It has a beautiful sweet fragrance when steeped and had the distinct flavour of black tea. But I think due to the fact that this is the first flush, it is not at all bitter and has a subtle but fulfilling taste. I would say it is for those people who want try the basic black tea flavour without its harsh body.
This Spring Chinary Black tea is one of the best black teas I've ever tasted! If 'late afternoon sunshine with a side of clean rain' had a taste, this might come close: fresh, complex, with a natural sweetness. I served our first pot of it with a little Manuka honey for extra anti-inflammatory help. But this tea can stand alone. Now I see the difference fresh tea makes, sourced by people with a passion for tea!
I start every day with two cups of Margaret's Hope Darjeeling. I even take my tea and teapot with me when I'm away from home as I can't drink the stuff provided in hotels worldwide. It is fresh and invigorating, an essential to my life!
2024 will start with flavourful and colourful Darjeeling teas! My recent order came fast and I have been busy tasting different teas. The smells promise deliciousness and they deliver! I will remain a customer for years to come, starting with 2024!
This was a gift for my son-in-law who is just beginning his journey into the world of tea. I gave him several sample packs and he was thrilled! I also email him links to Teabox that shows how to brew and many facts about tea.
When I take my first sip, and I know instantly, this is one "Margaret's Hope Tea" I shall be consuming regularly! Flavours that linger in your mouth for a long while after taking a sip. Amazing Tea. Really liked the flavour and aroma. Thank you tea box team
Darjeeling Margaret's Hope Spring Chinary Black
The mild floral flavour is just exquisite.
It has a very good fragment. I liked it very much.
I like the flavor and color
Really lovely floral quality to it.
One of best tea, I have ever had
A wonderful and very sweet tea. The liquor is so delicate and tasty. I move the floral tone of this tea ! I can't stop drink it
I bought just a 100 grams of this Margret’s Hope Spring Chinary Black last year and it was quite alright. This year I decided to buy 1kg of this blend without trying it out first. My god, am I glad I got this blend this year. The 2022 Margret’s Hope Chinary Black is so nice and rich with flavors that is much better than the last year. Each year the blend is different due to climate, weather etc. but this year is without exception. Try it out with 100g and you will land in heaven. Believe me, is that great.
This is one of my favorite teas. It is my Sunday morning treat.
This tea was very good. No bitterness and a hint of grassiness. Fresh taste.
It was good but a few of the earlier purchases were better.
I Love the great, strong, but, tasty Flavor!
I like Margaret s hope black tea
It was a repeat order. Extremely good notes as usual. Must try who loves fruity spring taste of tea.
Excellent quality.
Absolutely fine tea, aroma is good, happy with purchase.
This is my favorite taste and flavor and consuming since last few years. One can try. Under vacuum packaging and delivery is perfect within scheduled time. Teabox is reliable source for genuin tea varities from renowned tea estates.
Prakash Chavan
The aroma is so mesmering and the taste is mellow and soothing. Perfect darjeeling first flush.
Margaret's Hope is one of my favorite gardens for white / black teas (Badamtam being the other), so quite naturally I was keen to try their black teas. I sampled this tea and wow, it is a FLAVOR BOMB. I infused it for a full 5 minutes at 80 degree celcius. The flavors were quite floral and very subtle. An excellent tea. I would recommend adding a hint of milk + sugar to bring out the true flavor.