As a retailer, you might wonder: should I stock Assam Tea or Darjeeling Tea? The answer depends entirely on how your customers drink their tea.
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The Milk Test
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- Assam Tea: Bold, Malty, Strong. It is designed to be drunk with Milk and Sugar. It cuts through the milk to give a rich color. This is the "Chai" of India.
- Darjeeling Tea: Delicate, Floral, Astringent. It is usually drunk Black (without milk) or with lemon. Adding milk often ruins the flavor.
The Customer Profile
- Stock Assam (CTC) If: Your customers are general households, tea stalls, offices, or cafes serving Masala Chai.
- Stock Darjeeling (Orthodox) If: You cater to health-conscious people, gift buyers, or premium cafes serving "English Breakfast" style tea.
At Manish Tea Traders, we supply both. Our Assam Granules are a bestseller for the milk-tea segment, while our Darjeeling Orthodox caters to the premium niche.