In short: Singell Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the Kurseong region of India, operated by Tea Promoters (India) Pvt. Ltd. at an elevation of 1,545 metres, and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Singell Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Kurseong region of India, at an elevation of 1,545 metres. The estate is operated by Tea Promoters (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Tpi) and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. No buyers are currently recorded in public supply‑chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,545 metres, Singell occupies a mid‑elevation position within the Darjeeling hills, where Kurseong sits between the lower plains and the highest tea‑growing districts. Estates at this altitude typically experience a pronounced diurnal temperature range, with cool nights that tend to slow leaf maturation and contribute to the development of nuanced flavour compounds. The monsoon patterns and mist cover characteristic of this latitude generally moderate stress on the tea bushes and help sustain a longer growing window between spring and autumn.
The topography of Kurseong tends to offer well‑drained slopes and exposure to prevailing south‑westerly winds, factors often associated with consistent quality in Darjeeling-type teas. Seasonal variation—marked first‑flush growth in spring, rains through summer, and a cooler autumn crop—shapes the production calendar for estates in this zone, though specific yields and harvest timing vary by aspect, management and clonal composition.
Tea Produced
Singell produces black tea. Kurseong‑grown blacks typically occupy a middle register within the Darjeeling spectrum: lighter than heavy-bodied Assams but often fuller than the most delicate high‑elevation first flushes. Teas from this altitude and region tend to show a balance of briskness and body, with cup profiles that can range from floral and muscatel-tinged in spring to more rounded, malty and amber-hued in the second flush and autumn. The estate's specific cup character will depend on clonal selections, processing decisions and seasonal conditions, but the elevation and regional climate generally favour teas with clarity, moderate astringency and layered aromatics.
Operator
The estate is operated by Tea Promoters (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Tpi), which also manages at least one other tea estate recorded in industry directories. This indicates a multi‑estate operational footprint, though public information on the company's total portfolio, management structure and market strategy remains limited.
Certifications & Ethics
Singell holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi‑stakeholder initiative that requires member estates to meet standards on labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. Certification involves regular independent audits and is intended to provide buyers with assurance that working conditions and practices align with internationally recognised norms. For workers, membership typically entails access to grievance mechanisms and monitoring of wages, housing and occupational safety.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Singell Tea Estate lies at 26.8911, 88.2821 in Kurseong, India. Its 1545 m elevation is the 42nd highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Jungpana Tea Estate — under 1 km away · West Bengal
- Castleton Tea Estate — 1.0 km away · West Bengal
- Monteviot — 2.6 km away · West Bengal
- Ambootia — 3.5 km away · West Bengal
- Goomtee Tea Estate — 6.0 km away · Darjeeling
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Singell Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Singell Tea Estate (1,545 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Singell Tea Estate recorded 2,552 mm in 2025, 17% more than the 2,185 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agalawatte Plantations, Labookellie | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 1,541 m | 3,080 mm | 21.3 °C |
| Glenworth Tea Estate | The Nilgiris, India | 1,536 m | 1,467 mm | 21.8 °C |
| Agarapatana Plantations, Dambatenne | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,535 m | 2,188 mm | 22.4 °C |
| Mcleod Russel Uganda Limited, Kiko Factory, Kibale Garden | Fort Portal, Uganda | 1,533 m | 1,309 mm | 25.4 °C |
| Cyato Tea Plantation | Colline Mpage, Rwanda | 1,558 m | 2,882 mm | 23.3 °C |
Singell Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Singell Tea Estate is drier than 65% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 84% of the others by elevation; cooler than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Singell 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 | Singell Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,545 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,552 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 19.8 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.9 °C | 19.3 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Singell Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Singell Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,552 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (592 mm) and the driest was December (5 mm). Daytime highs averaged 19.8 °C and overnight lows 12.9 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,552 mm |
| Wettest month | August (592 mm) |
| Driest month | December (5 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 19.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Singell Tea Estate located?
Singell Tea Estate is in Kurseong, India, at coordinates 26.8911, 88.2821, at an elevation of about 1545 metres.
Who operates Singell Tea Estate?
Singell Tea Estate is operated by Tea Promoters (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Tpi), according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Singell Tea Estate produce?
Singell Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Singell Tea Estate hold?
Singell Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Singell Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,552 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (592 mm).
How does Singell Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Singell Tea Estate recorded 2,552 mm in 2025, 17% more rain than the 2,185 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].
