About Makaibari Tea Estate

Makaibari means "field of corn" in Bengali. Makaibari Tea Estate is one of the oldest tea gardens in Darjeeling, India. Makaibari is located in the town of kurseong, West Bengal, India. They have been in the tea business for over one hundred years, and their tea gardens are infamous in the country.

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 The family's foresightedness and dedication to quality has helped them to build a successful business that has stood the test of time. It is the first estate developed by the British government to cultivate tea in India in 1850. The factory was founded in 1859.

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Discover the visionary roots of this tea garden, the founder of the Banerjee tea dynasty was Rajah Banerjee. He was a visionary man who saw the potential of the tea industry in India. In 1850, he established his first tea garden in Darjeeling. This was a bold move at the time, as tea was not yet a major crop in India. Rajah Banerjee's son, Swaraj Kumar Banerjee, took over the family business He continued his father's legacy of innovation and quality, and he expanded the family's tea empire. Under his leadership, the Banerjees became one of the largest tea-growing families in India.

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In 1988, Makaibari becomes the first estate to be USDA certified as a fully organic tea garden. Not only they are proud to be the first estate to receive Fairtrade certification but also was the first to market Darjeeling Greens, Oolongs, and Silver Tip. Makaibari makes everything it needs, with a little help from ancient Agri-wisdom from throughout the world. To avoid disrupting the delicate balance of the ecosystem, all bio-remedies are fully natural and formulated with what is available at the estate. The estate offers tours of the tea garden, as well as tastings of its teas. Visitors can also purchase tea from the estate's gift shop.

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Here are some of the specialty teas of Makaibari Tea Estate:

• White Tea: White tea is a type of tea that is made from the young leaves and buds of the Camellia sinensis plant. It is the least processed of all the teas and is therefore the most delicate. White tea has a light, sweet flavour and is often described as floral or fruity.

• Green Tea: This tea is made from young, unfermented leaves. It has a grassy, vegetal flavour.

• Oolong Tea: This tea is partially fermented, which gives it a flavour that falls somewhere between black tea and green tea.

• Roasted tea: This tea is a type of black tea that has been roasted over an open flame or in a roaster. This process gives the tea a smoky, nutty flavour. Roasted tea is often used in blends, but it can also be enjoyed on its own.

 

If you are looking for a truly special tea, then Makaibari Tea Estate is the place to go. The estate's teas are known for their high quality and complex flavors. Whether you are a tea novice or a connoisseur, you are sure to find a tea that you love at Makaibari Tea Estate.

 

Makaibari Tea Estate offers a subscription service that allows you to receive a monthly delivery of their delicious teas. The subscription service is available in three different plans:

• 3-month subscription.

• 6-month subscription.

• 12-month subscription.

Makaibari Tea Estate offers a homestay program that allows guests to experience the life of a tea planter. The homestay program includes:

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared by the family.

• Tours of the tea garden

• Tea tastings

• Opportunities to learn about the history and production of tea.

 

The homestay program is a great way to learn about the culture and history of tea, and to experience the beauty of the Darjeeling Hills.

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How to reach

• By car: The nearest major city is Siliguri, which is about 65 kilometers from Makaibari Tea Estate. You can take the NH31 highway from Siliguri to reach Makaibari Tea Estate. The total driving time is about 1.5 hours.

• By train: The nearest railway station is Kurseong Railway Station, which is about 3 kilometers from Makaibari Tea Estate. You can take a train from Siliguri to Kurseong and then walk or take a taxi to Makaibari Tea Estate. The total travel time is about 2 hours.

• By bus: There are regular buses from Siliguri to Kurseong. You can get off at the Kurseong Bus Stand and then walk or take a taxi to Makaibari Tea Estate. The total travel time is about 2 hours.