In short: Namroop Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the Namrup region of Assam, India, operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd.
Namroop Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Namrup region of Assam, India, at an elevation of 122 metres. The estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., a company that manages multiple tea properties across the subcontinent. Namroop holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, reflecting a commitment to independently verified labour and environmental standards.
Terroir & Climate
At 122 metres above sea level, Namroop sits within the low-elevation plains typical of Assam's principal tea-growing valleys. Estates at this altitude generally experience the warm, humid conditions and abundant monsoon rainfall that characterise the Brahmaputra basin, creating an environment in which the tea plant tends to grow vigorously throughout much of the year. The combination of heat, moisture, and alluvial soils often supports continuous flushing and high yields.
The Namrup area, positioned in Upper Assam near the 27th parallel, typically enjoys long growing seasons with limited winter dormancy. This latitude and low elevation tend to favour robust vegetative growth rather than the slower, more concentrated leaf development seen at higher altitudes. Estates in this zone often benefit from consistent temperatures and ample water availability, conditions that generally promote the malty, full-bodied character for which Assam black teas are internationally recognised.
Tea Produced
Namroop produces black tea, the dominant style in Assam's low-elevation gardens. Teas from estates at similar altitudes in this region typically yield a bold, malty cup with pronounced body and a brisk, astringent finish. The vigorous growth conditions common to the plains often result in leaf that brews to a deep, coppery liquor, with flavours that tend toward malt, toast, and a lingering sweetness. Such teas are generally well suited to breakfast blends and milk-based preparations, where strength and character are prized over delicacy.
Operator
Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd. operates Namroop Tea Estate as part of a portfolio that includes six other estates recorded in industry directories. This multi-estate structure typically allows for economies of scale in processing, quality control, and compliance administration, as well as the ability to offer blenders and buyers a diversified supply across different growing areas and production windows.
Certifications & Ethics
Namroop Tea Estate is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, an independent membership organisation that requires adherence to standards covering working conditions, labour rights, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP certification provides third-party assurance that the estate is subject to regular monitoring against a code that addresses issues such as wages, housing, safety, and pesticide use. For workers, certification is intended to support better conditions and grievance mechanisms, though outcomes depend on the rigour of audits and the effectiveness of ongoing compliance.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Namroop Tea Estate lies at 27.2028, 95.3181 in Namrup, India. Its 122 m elevation is the joint 132nd highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Borpatra Tea Estate — 6.6 km away · Borpatra Tea Estate
- Desam Tea Estate — 8.2 km away · Tairai Gaon
- Langharjan Tea Estate — 9.3 km away · Naharkatia
- Tinkong Tea Estate — 15 km away · Assam
- Namsang Tea Estate — 16 km away · Namchang Chah Bagicha
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Namroop Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Namroop Tea Estate (122 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Namroop Tea Estate recorded 2,784 mm in 2025, 6% more than the 2,624 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amgoorie Tea Estate | Assam, India | 122 m | 2,573 mm | 28.4 °C |
| BUDLABETA | Assam, India | 123 m | 3,279 mm | 27.9 °C |
| I \u0026 M Smith | Western Cape, South Africa | 124 m | 313 mm | 27.4 °C |
| KDU, Matuwagalla | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 120 m | 3,902 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Andaradeniya Estate, Andaradeniya | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 120 m | 3,054 mm | 29.2 °C |
Namroop Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Namroop Tea Estate is wetter than 51% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 54% of the others by elevation; warmer than 53% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Namroop 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 | Namroop Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 122 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,784 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.4 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.9 °C | 19.3 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Namroop Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Namroop Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,784 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (455 mm) and the driest was December (6 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.4 °C and overnight lows 18.9 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,784 mm |
| Wettest month | May (455 mm) |
| Driest month | December (6 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Namroop Tea Estate located?
Namroop Tea Estate is in Namrup, India, at coordinates 27.2028, 95.3181, at an elevation of about 122 metres.
Who operates Namroop Tea Estate?
Namroop Tea Estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Namroop Tea Estate produce?
Namroop Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Namroop Tea Estate hold?
Namroop Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Namroop Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,784 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (455 mm).
How does Namroop Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Namroop Tea Estate recorded 2,784 mm in 2025, 6% more rain than the 2,624 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].
