Okayti Garden Store

An exquisite and unparalleled tea destination awaits amidst the breath taking beauty of Okayti Tea Estate - the very first of its kind. This remarkable Tea Outlet offers an extensive range of Single Estate Organic Darjeeling Tea, showcasing a remarkable collection under a single roof. Nestled in this picturesque setting, the store not only captivates with its scenic charm but also entices with its finest selection of organic black tea, white tea, green tea, oolong tea, and an array of elegant tea accessories. It has swiftly become a must-visit for tourists, who flock to this enchanting haven to indulge in the ultimate experience of shopping and savoring the renowned "Champagne of Tea."

Beyond the Leaves: Unearthing the Rich History of Okayti Tea Estate
Tucked away in North-East India at 6500 feet is Darjeeling. The only place in the world that grows the ‘Champange’ of teas. Popularly known as the Queen of the hills, Darjeeling produces the finest, rarest and the most prestigious of orthodox teas. 

It’s interesting to note how OKAYTI got its name. This tea estate originally called RANGDOO was planted as early as the 1870’s by the British. Teas from OKAYTI is a class apart with a distinctive flavour due to it’s location, soil and natural agro-climatic conditions. Within a short span of time OKAYTI tea became so popular at the London tea auctions that it came to be known as ‘THE ONLY OKAY TEA’, and soon the estate was rechristened ‘OKAYTI’. Prior to Indian independence OKAYTI was served as an exclusivity at the Buckingham Palace. OKAYTI tea was gifted to aristocrats by aristocrats all over the world. Some of the regular OKAYTI tea lovers of those times would include Queen Elizabeth, Premier Krushchev, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to name a few. The OKAYTI tea garden factory was built in 1888 and stands proudly till today, producing daily some of the finest Darjeeling tea.

From Leaves to Cup : The fascinating journey of tea

The only thing that makes every tea unique to their taste is the process which starts from the fresh harvest or what it’s called-flush harvest and the process after this. The tea leaves come to the factories and this is where the magic happens and we get the different varieties and distinctive tastes.

Indulge in Tea Tasting Sessions and Masterclass on Tea

Ever wondered how to taste tea? Join us for a comprehensive tea-tasting session and master the art of tea tasting. This masterclass is designed to teach you the art of sensory evaluation of tea and tea blending. You will learn how to select the right ingredients and mix them in the right proportions in order to create your own blend.

Who this course is for: Whether you are a tea drinker, coffee lover, or wine connoisseur you will benefit from this course. Whether you are in the tea business, as a tea shop owner, distributor, blogger, tea master, starting a tea business, or have interest in tea, you will greatly benefit from this course.

This Master class will cover 4 major parts
Tea Tasting Session

Our exclusive tea-tasting session is led by the professional Tea experts of Okayti that make you familiar with different varieties of tea, its processing technique, and its origin.

Tea Brewing Methods

With the specialized tea brewing techniques you can easily make a perfect cup of tea. This session will help you to adapt the necessary skills to brew a perfect cup of tea.

Discover Your Tea

Taste and preferences always differ from person to person and in the realm of finest tea, it is always difficult to find an ideal cup of tea. Worry not our extraordinary tea experts will help you in this matter.

Interactive Session

All the doubts regarding tea will be cleared and the professional tea experts will highlight the cultural significance of tea. Moreover, you will get an opportunity to share your observations.

Okayti Garden Tea Outlet

With state-of-the-art customer service and massive collections of single-estate organic Darjeeling tea, Okayti Flagship Tea stands as a world-class tea outlet. Our garden fresh handpicked tea is precisely crafted and packed to ensure quality, the finest taste, and aroma. In addition, you can find elegant tea gift sets to surprise your loved ones. With state-of-the-art customer service and a massive collection of single-estate organic Darjeeling tea, Okayti Flagship Tea stands as a world-class tea outlet. Our garden fresh handpicked tea is precisely crafted and packed to ensure quality, the finest taste, and aroma. In addition, you Step in today and discover the finest single-estate organic Darjeeling Tea, elegant tea gifts, and premium tea accessories.

Meet Our Tea Masters

Mr. Roshan Petrie is a highly experienced connoisseur of Indian teas, with an impressive track record spanning 25 years in the field. His deep understanding of Indian tea traditions and cultivation techniques brings a unique and invaluable perspective to our tea-tasting team. With nearly two decades dedicated to bulk tea sales and marketing, he has established himself as an authoritative figure in the industry.

Store Opening Time
  • Monday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Tuesday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Wednesday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Thursday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Friday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Saturday: 7.00am – 7.00pm
  • Sunday: 7.00am – 7.00pm