In short: Jungpana Tea Estate is a black tea producer in West Bengal, India, situated at 1,568 metres elevation and operated by Jute & Stores Ltd.
Jungpana Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in West Bengal, India, at an elevation of 1,568 metres. The estate is operated by Jute & Stores Ltd. and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,568 metres above sea level in West Bengal, Jungpana occupies a mid-to-high elevation band where cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation typically slow leaf maturation. Estates at this altitude often benefit from increased cloud cover and humidity, conditions that tend to encourage the development of nuanced flavour compounds in the leaf. The latitude of approximately 27°N places the estate in the eastern Himalayan foothills, a zone that generally experiences a pronounced monsoon season and a cooler, drier period conducive to quality black tea production.
The elevation and regional climate typically support a growing cycle with distinct flushes, though the timing and character of each flush can vary with seasonal rainfall and temperature patterns. Higher-altitude estates in this part of West Bengal are often subject to mist and moderate temperatures during the growing season, factors that tend to contribute to slower, more even growth and a leaf chemistry that can yield complexity in the cup.
Tea Produced
As a black tea producer, Jungpana Tea Estate processes leaf in the orthodox style typical of West Bengal's higher-altitude gardens. Estates at this elevation in the region tend to produce teas with a balance of briskness and aromatic complexity, often exhibiting floral or muscatel notes alongside a structured body. The cup character generally reflects the slower leaf growth associated with cooler, mist-prone conditions, though specific flavour profiles will vary by flush, processing choices, and seasonal weather.
Operator
Jungpana Tea Estate is operated by Jute & Stores Ltd. The company does not appear to operate other estates recorded in our directory.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that works to improve working conditions and environmental practices on tea farms. Ethical Tea Partnership certification indicates that the estate has undergone monitoring and receives support for compliance with the partnership's labour and sustainability standards, which cover issues including wages, working hours, health and safety, and responsible pesticide use. For buyers, the certification provides a degree of supply-chain assurance regarding social and environmental performance.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Jungpana Tea Estate lies at 26.8981, 88.2863 in West Bengal, India. Its 1568 m elevation is the 7th highest of 24 estates we map in West Bengal. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Singell Tea Estate — under 1 km away · Kurseong
- Castleton Tea Estate — 1.9 km away
- Monteviot — 3.1 km away
- Ambootia — 4.2 km away
- Goomtee Tea Estate — 6.4 km away · Darjeeling
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Jungpana Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Jungpana Tea Estate (1,568 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Jungpana Tea Estate recorded 2,552 mm in 2025, 27% more than the 2,007 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lockhart Tea Estate | Devicolam Idukki, India | 1,570 m | 3,791 mm | 21.4 °C |
| KIBENA | Iringa, Tanzania United Republic Of | 1,560 m | 628 mm | 25.4 °C |
| TINDERET | Songhor, Kenya | 1,577 m | 1,545 mm | 25.9 °C |
| Cyato Tea Plantation | Colline Mpage, Rwanda | 1,558 m | 2,882 mm | 23.3 °C |
| Karongi Ltd, Muganza, Kivu Tea Factory | Birambo, Rwanda | 1,582 m | 1,190 mm | 24.5 °C |
Jungpana Tea Estate Compared with West Bengal
In West Bengal, Jungpana Tea Estate is drier than 52% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 74% of the others by elevation; cooler than 74% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Jungpana Tea Estate against the 23 other estates we map in West Bengal, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Jungpana Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,568 m | 1,324 m | 10 to 2,071 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,552 mm | 2,552 mm | 1,859 to 2,870 mm |
| Mean daily high | 19.7 °C | 21.0 °C | 17.1 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.8 °C | 14.0 °C | 9.5 to 22.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Jungpana Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Jungpana 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 19.7 °C and overnight lows 12.8 °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 | 19.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jungpana Tea Estate located?
Jungpana Tea Estate is in West Bengal, India, at coordinates 26.8981, 88.2863, at an elevation of about 1568 metres.
Who operates Jungpana Tea Estate?
Jungpana Tea Estate is operated by Jute & Stores Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Jungpana Tea Estate produce?
Jungpana Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Jungpana Tea Estate hold?
Jungpana Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Jungpana 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 Jungpana Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Jungpana Tea Estate recorded 2,552 mm in 2025, 27% more rain than the 2,007 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].
