In short: Mirzapore Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at 17 metres above sea level with a workforce of 1,959.
Mirzapore Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Mirzapore Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 1,959. No buyers are currently recorded in commercial supply‑chain databases.
Terroir & Climate
At 17 metres above sea level, Mirzapore occupies lowland terrain typical of the Moulvibazar district in northeastern Bangladesh. Estates at this elevation generally experience a warm, humid subtropical climate shaped by the monsoon cycle, with high annual rainfall and minimal temperature variation throughout the year. The low altitude and proximity to the Surma Valley typically favour vigorous vegetative growth and a long productive season.
Lowland estates in this region tend to produce leaf more rapidly than their high‑grown counterparts, often yielding multiple flushes across an extended cropping window. The warm, moist conditions generally encourage robust growth, though the lack of diurnal temperature variation—often associated with higher elevations—means that leaf development follows a different metabolic trajectory. Soil composition in the Moulvibazar plains is typically alluvial, though specific profiles vary by site and drainage.
Tea Produced
Mirzapore produces black tea. Estates in the Moulvibazar lowlands typically yield full‑bodied, malty liquors with moderate astringency and a straightforward, brisk character. The warm growing environment generally favours teas that perform well in blends requiring strength and colour rather than the aromatic complexity often associated with high‑elevation leaf. Cup profiles from this altitude band tend to exhibit reliable consistency across the season, though individual estate processing methods and cultivar selection will influence the final character.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Mirzapore Tea Estate lies at 24.3095, 91.7314 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 17 m elevation is the joint 13th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Balishira tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Baraoora tea Factory — under 1 km away
- BTRI Examination Green Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- BTRI tea research Factory — under 1 km away
- Dinston tea Factory — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Mirzapore Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Mirzapore Tea Estate (17 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Mirzapore Tea Estate recorded 2,123 mm in 2025, 32% less than the 3,105 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmania Tea Garden | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 17 m | 3,054 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Lackatoorah Tea Factory | Sylhet, Bangladesh | 17 m | 3,920 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Renukanda Tea Estate | B158, Sri Lanka | 17 m | 3,642 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Thundola Tea Estate | B363, Sri Lanka | 17 m | 3,439 mm | 30.1 °C |
Mirzapore Tea Estate Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Mirzapore Tea Estate is the driest of the 75 estates by 2025 rainfall; higher than 53% of the others by elevation; warmer than 54% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Mirzapore Tea Estate against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Mirzapore Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 17 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,123 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Mirzapore Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Mirzapore Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,123 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (492 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,123 mm |
| Wettest month | July (492 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mirzapore Tea Estate located?
Mirzapore Tea Estate is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.3095, 91.7314, at an elevation of about 17 metres.
Who operates Mirzapore Tea Estate?
Mirzapore Tea Estate is operated by Mirzapore Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Mirzapore Tea Estate produce?
Mirzapore Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Mirzapore Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,123 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (492 mm).
How does Mirzapore Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Mirzapore Tea Estate recorded 2,123 mm in 2025, 32% less rain than the 3,105 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
