Our Sourcing
From Garden to Cup
Four checkpoints stand between a Himalayan farm and your cup. Here's what each one does.
Process
The Journey
Garden Selection
On-site visits verify altitude, cultivation methods, and labour standards before any partnership begins.
Harvest & Processing
Hand-plucked at peak flush by experienced farmers to capture the season's brightest flavours.
Quality Testing
Sensory cupping plus third-party lab tests for residues; rejected lots never ship.
Packaging & Shipping
Nitrogen-flushed pouches, FSC-certified cartons, carbon-offset consolidated freight.
Relationships
Our Farmer Partners
These aren't just suppliers — they're the craftspeople whose hands and knowledge make every cup possible.
Dhankuta, Nepal
Guranse Estate
Altitude: 1,600 – 2,000 m
Specialty: First-flush black and green
One of Nepal's most celebrated gardens, Guranse Estate sits in the foothills of the Mahabharat Range. Its muscatel-noted blacks and delicate greens are revered by connoisseurs from Tokyo to London.
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Taplejung, Nepal
Kanchanjangha Tea Estate
Altitude: 2,100 – 2,600 m
Specialty: High-altitude green tea
The highest certified-organic tea garden in Nepal, growing in the shadow of Kanchanjangha peak. The extreme elevation produces leaf with exceptional clarity and a clean, mineral sweetness.
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Ilam Organic Farm
Altitude: 1,200 – 1,800 m
Specialty: Herbal and orthodox
Nestled in Nepal's original tea district, this family-run cooperative blends orthodox grades with wild-harvested Himalayan herbs. The result is a range of wellness teas unlike anything else on the market.
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Our Certifications
Certified Organic
USDA / EU Organic
No synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers, ever.
Fair Trade
FLO-CERT
Guaranteed fair prices and community premiums for farmers.
Rainforest Alliance
RA-CERT
Verified biodiversity protection and sustainable land use.
B Corp Pending
B Lab
Undergoing assessment for people, planet, and profit balance.
Questions?
Have questions about our sourcing?
Our team is happy to answer anything — from the garden a tea came from, to the exact test results for your favourite lot.
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