Launched in New Delhi (INDIA) on 21st April, 2014 and in London (UK) on 1st May, 2014. Books available at prominent book shops and amazon.com
This is the definitive book on the wonderful teas of India that we love so much; from the delicate Darjeelings, to the deep flavours of Assam and Nilgiri and the fragrance of the Kangras and Dooars. Beautifully illustrated in full colour throughout, it offers a comprehensive exploration of everything that goes and has gone into the cup that cheers. Starting with the origins and development of Indian teas, the authors offer us clear insights into framing and nurturing of the tea bush, the different techniques and timings for picking and processing and how they affect the flavor. The differences between the regional teas and local plantations are explained, as are the skills of the tea-tasters art. Comparisons are drawn between the traditionally produced and packaged teas and the mass-marketed varieties, between the rotovane orthodox method, the hand methods used for high-grade teas and the now-dominant CTC method.
