In short: Hathikuli Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Assam, India, operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., which runs seven estates in the region and holds Ethical Tea Partnership certification.
Hathikuli Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Assam, India, at an elevation of 83 metres. The estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., a company that manages a portfolio of seven tea estates in the region. Hathikuli holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 83 metres above sea level, Hathikuli sits in the low-lying river plains characteristic of Assam's core tea-growing districts. Estates at this elevation typically experience the region's warm, humid subtropical climate, with heavy monsoon rainfall and consistently high temperatures that tend to drive vigorous vegetative growth. The combination of flat terrain, alluvial soils, and minimal diurnal temperature variation generally supports rapid leaf development throughout the extended growing season.
Assam's low-altitude gardens generally benefit from the region's ample heat units and moisture, conditions that tend to favour the Camellia sinensis var. assamica cultivar. The lack of elevation-induced stress typically results in larger leaf and a faster plucking cycle compared to high-grown teas, though the warm nights mean less opportunity for the slow accumulation of complex aromatics that cooler upland sites can afford.
Tea Produced
Hathikuli produces black tea, the dominant style across Assam's low-elevation estates. Teas from this altitude band in Assam typically yield a full-bodied, malty cup with robust flavour and strong colour. The warm growing conditions tend to produce leaf that, when fully oxidised, delivers the bold, brisk character and astringency for which the region is known, rather than the more delicate or floral notes associated with cooler, high-grown origins.
Operator
Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd. operates Hathikuli alongside six other tea estates recorded in our directory, making it a significant regional producer within Assam's plantation sector. Multi-estate operators of this scale typically benefit from shared processing infrastructure, centralised quality control, and consolidated marketing, though each garden's output reflects its specific terroir and management practices.
Certifications & Ethics
Hathikuli's certification by the Ethical Tea Partnership indicates that the estate has committed to meeting standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP membership signals a willingness to undergo independent monitoring and continuous improvement in working conditions; for workers, it typically means access to grievance mechanisms and protections aligned with international labour conventions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hathikuli Tea Estate lies at 26.6386, 93.6193 in Assam, India. Its 83 m elevation is the 56th highest of 66 estates we map in Assam. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- DIFFLOO — 2.0 km away
- Bokakhat Tea Estate — 2.3 km away · Bokakhat
- Numalighur Tea Estate — 5.7 km away
- Behora Tea Estate — 9.4 km away · Golaghat
- Bukhial Tea Estate — 22 km away · Golghat
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hathikuli Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hathikuli Tea Estate (83 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hathikuli Tea Estate recorded 2,735 mm in 2025, 18% less than the 3,320 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monabarie Tea Estate | Monabari P.P. No.2, India | 83 m | 3,081 mm | 28.7 °C |
| Kithulgala | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 83 m | 3,969 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Talma Tea Industries Ltd | Rangpur, Bangladesh | 82 m | 3,066 mm | 29.2 °C |
| Dekorai Tea Estate | Assam, India | 84 m | 3,374 mm | 28.9 °C |
| Triple Zed Tea Estate Private Limited | Panchagarh, Bangladesh | 87 m | 3,108 mm | 29.2 °C |
Hathikuli Tea Estate Compared with Assam
In Assam, Hathikuli Tea Estate is drier than 68% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 85% of the others by elevation; warmer than 88% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hathikuli Tea Estate against the 65 other estates we map in Assam, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Hathikuli Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 83 m | 110 m | 26 to 266 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,735 mm | 2,919 mm | 1,742 to 4,142 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.2 °C | 28.7 °C | 27.9 to 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C | 19.6 °C | 18.8 to 21.1 °C |
Observed Climate at Hathikuli Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hathikuli Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,735 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (520 mm) and the driest was December (2 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.2 °C and overnight lows 20.5 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,735 mm |
| Wettest month | May (520 mm) |
| Driest month | December (2 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hathikuli Tea Estate located?
Hathikuli Tea Estate is in Assam, India, at coordinates 26.6386, 93.6193, at an elevation of about 83 metres.
Who operates Hathikuli Tea Estate?
Hathikuli Tea Estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hathikuli Tea Estate produce?
Hathikuli Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Hathikuli Tea Estate hold?
Hathikuli Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Hathikuli Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,735 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (520 mm).
How does Hathikuli Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hathikuli Tea Estate recorded 2,735 mm in 2025, 18% less rain than the 3,320 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].
