In short: Seeyok Tea Garden is a black tea estate in the Mirik region of India, operated by Kesar Commercial Pvt Ltd at an elevation of 1,612 metres.
Seeyok Tea Garden is a black tea estate located in the Mirik region of India, operating at an elevation of 1,612 metres. The garden is managed by Kesar Commercial Pvt Ltd. No public records identify specific buyers for its production.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,612 metres above sea level in the Mirik region, Seeyok occupies a mid-to-high elevation typical of estates in the eastern Himalayan foothills. Gardens at this altitude generally experience cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation than lowland plantations, factors that tend to slow leaf maturation and can contribute to greater biochemical complexity in the harvested shoot.
The latitude of approximately 26.9° north places Seeyok in a zone where the monsoon cycle typically governs the growing calendar, with a pronounced wet season supporting vigorous flush production and drier months often associated with more concentrated leaf character. Mirik's topography and aspect usually ensure good drainage and mist exposure, both of which are commonly cited as influences on the aromatic development of teas from this belt.
Tea Produced
Seeyok produces black tea. Estates in Mirik at comparable elevations typically yield teas with a balance of body and brightness, often exhibiting floral or muscatel notes characteristic of the Darjeeling-adjacent belt. The cup profile of mid-elevation eastern Himalayan blacks tends toward a medium body with moderate astringency and a clean, sometimes brisk finish, though individual lot character will vary with season, processing, and leaf grade.
Operator
Seeyok Tea Garden is operated by Kesar Commercial Pvt Ltd. Public records do not currently show other tea estates under the same operator in our directory.
Certifications & Ethics
Seeyok Tea Garden 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. For buyers, ETP certification offers independent assurance that the estate is monitored against a defined code of conduct; for workers, it implies access to grievance mechanisms and regular third-party audit of working conditions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Seeyok Tea Garden lies at 26.8854, 88.1805 in Mirik, India. Its 1612 m elevation is the 38th highest of 288 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Seeyok Tea Estate — under 1 km away · 734 214
- Thurbo Tea Estate — under 1 km away · Bukim Tea Garden
- Thurbo Tea Estate — 1.7 km away · West Bengal
- NAGRI FARM — 4.5 km away · West Bengal
- Phuguri Tea Estate — 4.9 km away · Saurinibasti
Observed Climate at Seeyok Tea Garden (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Seeyok Tea Garden’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 19.4 °C and overnight lows 12.5 °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 | 19.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Seeyok Tea Garden located?
Seeyok Tea Garden is in Mirik, India, at coordinates 26.8854, 88.1805, at an elevation of about 1612 metres.
Who operates Seeyok Tea Garden?
Seeyok Tea Garden is operated by Kesar Commercial Pvt Ltd, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Seeyok Tea Garden produce?
Seeyok Tea Garden is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Seeyok Tea Garden hold?
Seeyok Tea Garden is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Seeyok Tea Garden receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,552 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (592 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].
