In short: Nahorhabi Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Naharhabi Grant And Lakwa Rly, Assam, India, operated by Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Nahorhabi Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Naharhabi Grant And Lakwa Rly area of Assam, India, at an elevation of 104 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd., a company that controls multiple tea properties across India. The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 104 metres above sea level and positioned at approximately 27°N latitude in the Brahmaputra Valley, Nahorhabi occupies lowland terrain typical of Assam's plains estates. Estates at this elevation in the region generally experience the warm, humid conditions and heavy monsoon rainfall that characterise the Assam growing environment, with minimal diurnal temperature variation. The low altitude and valley-floor position tend to support vigorous vegetative growth and extended plucking seasons.
The warm, moisture-rich climate typical of this elevation in Assam tends to favour rapid leaf development and robust biochemical activity in the fresh leaf. Estates in this zone often benefit from deep alluvial soils and year-round warmth, conditions that generally support high-yielding bushes and the production of full-bodied teas. The lack of elevation-induced stress typically results in a different flavour profile compared to hill-grown teas from other regions.
Tea Produced
Nahorhabi produces black tea. Estates at this low elevation in Assam typically yield teas with the malty, robust character for which the region is known: full-bodied infusions with strong colour, brisk astringency, and the bold, slightly sweet maltiness that defines classic Assam orthodox and CTC production. Teas from plains estates in this latitude tend to offer consistent strength and are often favoured for blending in breakfast-style teas and for markets that prize body and colour over the more delicate aromatics found at higher elevations.
Operator
The estate is operated by Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd., an established Indian tea company with a portfolio that includes six other estates recorded in industry directories. The presence of multiple properties under single ownership generally indicates consolidated management, shared agronomic practices, and economies of scale in processing and marketing. Jay Shree Tea & Industries is a recognised name in the Indian tea sector, with a history of operating estates across key production regions.
Certifications & Ethics
Nahorhabi holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions on tea estates. Certification requires estates to meet standards covering worker welfare, health and safety, environmental stewardship, and management practices. For buyers, ETP membership signals a commitment to independently monitored ethical production; for workers, it typically implies access to grievance mechanisms, safer working conditions, and ongoing monitoring of labour rights.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Nahorhabi Tea Estate lies at 26.9931, 94.8547 in Naharhabi Grant And Lakwa Rly, India. Its 104 m elevation is the joint 177th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- SUFFRY — 8.5 km away · Assam
- NAPUK — 11 km away · Assam
- MOHOKUTIE — 12 km away · Assam
- Sepon Tea Estate — 12 km away · Sepon Chah Bagicha 207/25 and 44
- Thowra Tea Estate — 15 km away · Chandamonda Changmai
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Nahorhabi Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Nahorhabi Tea Estate (104 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Nahorhabi Tea Estate recorded 2,857 mm in 2025, 14% more than the 2,508 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kharikatia Tea Estate | Kukurapohia Ouguria Gaon, India | 104 m | 2,409 mm | 28.7 °C |
| Dellawa | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 104 m | 3,051 mm | 29.3 °C |
| Cili Yunwuwang Tea Co,. Ltd. | Hunan Province, China | 103 m | 1,314 mm | 23.8 °C |
| Borbam Tea Estate | Assam, India | 105 m | 2,573 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Lucky Kottawa | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 103 m | 3,195 mm | 29.6 °C |
Nahorhabi Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Nahorhabi Tea Estate is wetter than 57% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 71% of the others by elevation; warmer than 61% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Nahorhabi 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 | Nahorhabi Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 104 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,857 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.5 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.5 °C | 19.2 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Nahorhabi Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Nahorhabi Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,857 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (532 mm) and the driest was December (2 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.5 °C and overnight lows 19.5 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,857 mm |
| Wettest month | May (532 mm) |
| Driest month | December (2 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nahorhabi Tea Estate located?
Nahorhabi Tea Estate is in Naharhabi Grant And Lakwa Rly, India, at coordinates 26.9931, 94.8547, at an elevation of about 104 metres.
Who operates Nahorhabi Tea Estate?
Nahorhabi Tea Estate is operated by Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Nahorhabi Tea Estate produce?
Nahorhabi Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Nahorhabi Tea Estate hold?
Nahorhabi Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Nahorhabi Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,857 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (532 mm).
How does Nahorhabi Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Nahorhabi Tea Estate recorded 2,857 mm in 2025, 14% more rain than the 2,508 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].
