Nestled in the rugged beauty of Kurseong Valley, Jungpana tea estate is steeped in history and legend. Its name honors Jung Bahadur, a loyal Gurkha who, in the early 20th century, defended his British master against a leopard and took his final sip from a nearby stream, forever immortalizing the spot as 'Jungpana.'

Founded in 1899 by Mr. Henry Montgomery Lennox, the estate flourished under various custodians, including the ruling Rana of Nepal. Perched at 4,500 feet, its sun-kissed, south-facing slopes nurture tea bushes that yield some of Darjeeling's most exquisite flavors. Accessible only by a wooden bridge and over 600 steps, Jungpana is as challenging to reach as it is rewarding to taste.

Now managed by the Mayfair Group, Jungpana remains a beacon of excellence, producing sought-after muscatels and carrying forward Darjeeling's rich tea heritage. Surrounded by iconic estates like Goomtee, Sivitar, and Mahaldiram, Jungpana stands as a symbol of resilience and quality in the world of fine, Single Origin teas.

Darjeeling Jungpana Autumn Chinary Black