In short: Beesakopie is a black tea estate located in Kolkata, India, at 132 metres elevation, operated by M K Shah Pvt.
Beesakopie is a tea estate located in the Kolkata region of India, operating at an elevation of just 132 metres above sea level. The estate is managed by M K Shah Pvt and produces black tea. Situated in the low-lying plains near Kolkata, Beesakopie represents a less common geographic profile for Indian tea cultivation compared to the country's better-known high-elevation growing regions.
Terroir & Climate
At 132 metres elevation, Beesakopie sits in the subtropical lowlands of the Kolkata region, a notably different environment from the hill stations that typically dominate discussions of Indian tea. Estates at this near-sea-level altitude generally experience warmer temperatures year-round, high humidity, and less pronounced diurnal temperature variation than their high-altitude counterparts. The growing cycle in such low-lying areas tends to be continuous rather than sharply seasonal, with the warm, humid conditions often promoting vigorous vegetative growth.
The proximity to the Ganges delta and the Bay of Bengal typically means estates in this latitude and elevation range experience significant monsoon influence, with heavy rainfall during the wet season. These lowland conditions often favour robust leaf development, though the lack of cool nights that help concentrate flavour compounds in high-grown teas means estates at this elevation tend to produce teas with a different chemical and sensory profile. Soil drainage and water management are often critical factors for estates operating in such low-lying terrain.
Tea Produced
Beesakopie produces black tea, a staple category in the Indian tea industry. Estates at very low elevations such as this—around 132 metres—generally yield teas with a full-bodied, robust character rather than the delicate, aromatic profiles associated with high-grown leaf. The warm growing conditions typical of the Kolkata plains tend to produce teas with pronounced strength and colour, often suited to blending or to markets that prize body and astringency over floral complexity. Without specific processing or cultivar data, it is reasonable to infer that Beesakopie's output follows the regional pattern of straightforward, hearty black teas.
Operator
The estate is operated by M K Shah Pvt. No other estates operated by this company are currently recorded in our directory.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Beesakopie lies at 27.6154, 95.5575 in Kolkata, India. Its 132 m elevation is the joint 116th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Daisajan Tea Estate — 6.3 km away · Assam
- BUDLABETA — 7.3 km away · Assam
- Raidang-D Tea Estate — 7.3 km away · Raidang T.E. 122 Fs.Gt
- Koomsong Tea Estate — 8.2 km away · Kumchang T.E. No-15/25/63 Wl-
- Raidang Tea Estate — 9.2 km away · Mulan Pathar Gaon
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Beesakopie
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Beesakopie (132 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Beesakopie recorded 3,279 mm in 2025, 28% more than the 2,565 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koomber | Kumbhir, India | 132 m | 3,190 mm | 29.7 °C |
| Borpatra Tea Estate | Borpatra Tea Estate, India | 131 m | 2,784 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Co, Op Cola | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 130 m | 2,624 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Thammenna | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 129 m | 2,624 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Zhejiang Wuyi Tea Base | P.R, China | 128 m | 1,604 mm | 24.6 °C |
Beesakopie Compared with India
In India, Beesakopie is wetter than 83% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 53% of the others by elevation; cooler than 64% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Beesakopie against the 249 other estates we map in India, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Beesakopie | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 132 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,279 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 27.8 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C | 19.3 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Beesakopie (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Beesakopie’s coordinates recorded 3,279 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (587 mm) and the driest was December (13 mm). Daytime highs averaged 27.8 °C and overnight lows 19.2 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,279 mm |
| Wettest month | April (587 mm) |
| Driest month | December (13 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 27.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Beesakopie located?
Beesakopie is in Kolkata, India, at coordinates 27.6154, 95.5575, at an elevation of about 132 metres.
Who operates Beesakopie?
Beesakopie is operated by M K Shah Pvt, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Beesakopie produce?
Beesakopie is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Beesakopie receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,279 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (587 mm).
How does Beesakopie compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Beesakopie recorded 3,279 mm in 2025, 28% more rain than the 2,565 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].
