In short: Zaloni is a black tea estate in Pretoria Street, India, operated at 11 metres elevation by James Warren, which manages four other estates in the directory.
Zaloni is a tea estate located in Pretoria Street, India, at an elevation of 11 metres. The estate is operated by James Warren and produces black tea. Its location at approximately 22.5°N, 88.4°E places it in the low-lying plains characteristic of this region.
Terroir & Climate
At just 11 metres above sea level, Zaloni occupies terrain markedly different from the high-elevation districts typically associated with Indian tea. Estates at this altitude generally experience warmer ambient temperatures and higher humidity throughout the year, with less diurnal temperature variation than their hill-country counterparts. These conditions tend to support vigorous vegetative growth and can yield leaf that flushes consistently across longer cropping windows.
The low elevation and latitude near the Tropic of Cancer typically mean that seasonal variation is driven more by monsoon patterns than by temperature swings. Estates in similar settings often contend with heavy rainfall during the wet months, which can influence both the volume and character of the leaf harvested. Drainage and soil management generally become critical factors in maintaining quality during peak monsoon periods.
Tea Produced
Zaloni produces black tea. Estates at very low elevations in this part of India typically yield teas with robust body and straightforward character, often employed in blends where strength and colour are valued. The warmer growing conditions generally favour rapid leaf development, which tends to produce teas with bold, malty notes rather than the delicate aromatics associated with high-grown leaf. Such teas often find application in breakfast blends and bulk markets where consistency and assertive flavour are priorities.
Operator
Zaloni is operated by James Warren, a company that manages four other tea estates recorded in this directory. The presence of multiple estates under a single operator often reflects a business model oriented toward economies of scale in processing, logistics, and market access, though the specific commercial strategy of James Warren's tea holdings has not been publicly detailed.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Zaloni lies at 22.5445, 88.3517 in Pretoria Street, India. Its 11 m elevation is the joint 239th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Deamoolie — under 1 km away
- Dhoedaam — under 1 km away
- Rajahalli — under 1 km away
- Kusum International — under 1 km away · LORD SINHA ROAD
- Sungma Tea Estate — under 1 km away · Camac Street
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Zaloni
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Zaloni (11 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Zaloni recorded 1,858 mm in 2025, 16% less than the 2,200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| adhar manik tea asteat factory | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| Tandachari Tea Estate | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. | Hangzhou, China | 11 m | 1,545 mm | 24.2 °C |
| Aiya Co., Ltd. | Nisho, Japan | 11 m | 1,592 mm | 20.7 °C |
| Evergreen Group, Evergreen | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 11 m | 3,440 mm | 29.8 °C |
Zaloni Compared with India
In India, Zaloni is drier than 91% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 97% of the others by elevation; warmer than 94% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Zaloni against the 249 other estates we map in India, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Zaloni | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 11 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,858 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 31.4 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.9 °C | 19.2 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Zaloni (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Zaloni’s coordinates recorded 1,858 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (450 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 31.4 °C and overnight lows 22.9 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,858 mm |
| Wettest month | July (450 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 31.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Zaloni located?
Zaloni is in Pretoria Street, India, at coordinates 22.5445, 88.3517, at an elevation of about 11 metres.
Who operates Zaloni?
Zaloni is operated by James Warren, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Zaloni produce?
Zaloni is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Zaloni receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,858 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (450 mm).
How does Zaloni compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Zaloni recorded 1,858 mm in 2025, 16% less rain than the 2,200 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].
