In short: Teesta Valley Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Dist, India, operated by Teesta Valley Tea Co., Ltd. at an elevation of 954 metres and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Dist, India, at an elevation of 954 metres. The estate is operated by Teesta Valley Tea Co., Ltd. and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. No public records of commercial buyers for its output have been identified.
Terroir & Climate
At 954 metres above sea level in this part of India, tea cultivation typically occupies a mid-elevation zone where temperatures tend to be moderate and diurnal variation can be pronounced. Estates at similar altitudes in the region often experience conditions that slow leaf growth relative to low-lying plains, which can favour the development of more concentrated flavour compounds in the plucked leaf. The interplay of altitude, latitude, and local microclimate generally shapes both the pace of the growing season and the chemical composition of the harvested material.
This elevation band usually allows for a harvest window that spans much of the year, though the character of the leaf and the intensity of flavour tend to vary with the season. Cooler periods typically encourage slower, more deliberate growth, while warmer months may accelerate flush cycles. Estates in comparable settings often find that the balance of sunlight, moisture, and temperature at this altitude supports the production of teas with good body and structure, though outcomes depend heavily on processing choices and the timing of the pluck.
Tea Produced
Teesta Valley produces black tea, and estates at this elevation in northern India typically yield cups with moderate astringency, good colour, and a balance between briskness and body. Teas from mid-elevation gardens in the region often display a clean, straightforward character with malty or slightly floral notes, though the precise profile depends on season, cultivar, and manufacture. The 954-metre altitude generally supports leaf that, when oxidised and fired, tends to produce a tea with reasonable depth and a smooth finish, suitable for both blending and single-origin offerings.
Operator
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is operated by Teesta Valley Tea Co., Ltd. No other estates operated by this company have been recorded in our directory at present.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that monitors labour standards, environmental practices, and social welfare across tea-growing regions. For buyers, this certification offers a degree of assurance that the estate is subject to regular independent assessment against the Partnership's code of conduct, which covers issues including working conditions, wages, housing, and pesticide use. For workers, ETP membership is intended to provide a framework for grievance mechanisms and incremental improvements in workplace conditions, though outcomes vary by estate and enforcement context.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Teesta Valley Tea Estate lies at 27.0149, 88.4086 in Dist, India. Its 954 m elevation is the 74th highest of 288 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Namring Tea Estate — 2.2 km away · Darjeeling
- Tukdah Tea Estate — 5.4 km away · West Bengal
- Glenburn Tea Estate — 13 km away · Darjeeling
- Bannockburn Tea Estate — 14 km away · West Bengal
- Ging Tea Estate — 14 km away · West Bengal
Observed Climate at Teesta Valley Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Teesta Valley Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,324 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (788 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.4 °C and overnight lows 14.4 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,324 mm |
| Wettest month | August (788 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 14.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Teesta Valley Tea Estate located?
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is in Dist, India, at coordinates 27.0149, 88.4086, at an elevation of about 954 metres.
Who operates Teesta Valley Tea Estate?
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is operated by Teesta Valley Tea Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Teesta Valley Tea Estate produce?
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Teesta Valley Tea Estate hold?
Teesta Valley Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Teesta Valley Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,324 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (788 mm).
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].
