In short: Chokanad Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the Kannan Devan Hills of India, operated by Kanan Devan Hills Plantation Pvt. Ltd., which manages six other estates in the directory.
Chokanad Tea Estate is a black tea producer situated in the Kannan Devan Hills of India, at an elevation of 1,972 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Kanan Devan Hills Plantation Pvt. Ltd., a company that manages six other tea estates recorded in this directory. The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,972 metres, Chokanad occupies a high-elevation site within the Kannan Devan Hills, a location where cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation typically slow leaf maturation. Estates at this altitude in southern India generally experience moderated heat and more consistent cloud cover, conditions that tend to favour slower, more gradual biochemical development in the leaf.
The Kannan Devan Hills lie within a latitude range where monsoon patterns and elevation combine to shape distinct growing seasons. High-grown estates in this region often benefit from well-distributed rainfall and mist, factors that can contribute to leaf tenderness and the accumulation of flavour precursors. The altitude and geography together tend to produce teas with a character distinct from lower-elevation plantings elsewhere in India.
Tea Produced
Chokanad produces black tea. High-elevation estates in the Kannan Devan Hills typically yield teas with bright liquor, moderate astringency, and a clean, sometimes brisk character. The slower leaf growth associated with altitude in this region often contributes to a more nuanced cup, though individual manufacturing choices and seasonal variation will always play a decisive role in the final profile.
Operator
Kanan Devan Hills Plantation Pvt. Ltd. operates Chokanad along with six other tea estates recorded in this directory. The company's portfolio in the Kannan Devan Hills represents a significant regional presence, and its scale suggests integrated management and processing infrastructure across multiple high-elevation sites.
Certifications & Ethics
Chokanad holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an initiative that requires member estates to meet standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP certification provides third-party assurance that working conditions and management practices are subject to regular audit, while for workers it establishes a framework of protections and grievance mechanisms.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Chokanad Tea Estate lies at 10.1151, 77.0795 in Kannan Devan Hills, India. Its 1972 m elevation is the joint 13th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Thenmallay — under 1 km away · Kerala
- Kalaargold Tea Estate — 3.5 km away
- Kadalaar — 3.6 km away · munnar kadalaar divison
- Guderale — 3.8 km away · Kerala
- Viriparai Super Tea Estate — 3.9 km away · Munnar
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Chokanad Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Chokanad Tea Estate (1,972 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Chokanad Tea Estate recorded 2,995 mm in 2025, 77% more than the 1,690 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymulot Factory | Bomet - Tenwek - Silibwet Rd, Kenya | 1,967 m | 1,088 mm | 23.3 °C |
| Kebirigo Tea Factory | Nyamira, Kenya | 1,977 m | 1,474 mm | 23.3 °C |
| Shagasha Tea Factory | Gisuma, Rwanda | 1,964 m | 1,875 mm | 21.2 °C |
| KIBWELE | Iringa, Tanzania United Republic Of | 1,963 m | 1,215 mm | 19.4 °C |
| Concordia Tea Estate | Kandapola, Sri Lanka | 1,962 m | 2,796 mm | 18.9 °C |
Chokanad Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Chokanad Tea Estate is wetter than 68% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 95% of the others by elevation; cooler than 93% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Chokanad Tea Estate against the 249 other estates we map in India, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Chokanad Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,972 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,995 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 19.7 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.9 °C | 19.3 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Chokanad Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Chokanad Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,995 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (637 mm) and the driest was February (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 19.7 °C and overnight lows 11.9 °C over the year; April was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,995 mm |
| Wettest month | May (637 mm) |
| Driest month | February (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 19.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chokanad Tea Estate located?
Chokanad Tea Estate is in Kannan Devan Hills, India, at coordinates 10.1151, 77.0795, at an elevation of about 1972 metres.
Who operates Chokanad Tea Estate?
Chokanad Tea Estate is operated by Kanan Devan Hills Plantation Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Chokanad Tea Estate produce?
Chokanad Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Chokanad Tea Estate hold?
Chokanad Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Chokanad Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,995 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (637 mm).
How does Chokanad Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Chokanad Tea Estate recorded 2,995 mm in 2025, 77% more rain than the 1,690 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].
