Munnar Tea
Munnar Tea
Munnar tea comes from the rolling highlands of Kerala's Western Ghats, one of south India's oldest tea regions, planted by the British in the late 1800s.
Flavor Profile
What does Munnar taste like?
Munnar tea comes from the rolling highlands of Kerala's Western Ghats, one of south India's oldest tea regions, planted by the British in the late 1800s. The cup is brisk and fresh with a light malty sweetness and clean finish — lighter than Assam but rounder than most Darjeeling. High-grown Munnar leaves brew a bright, golden liquor that stands on its own without milk.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Kerala (Western Ghats), India
Munnar's tea estates sit at 1,500–2,200 meters in Kerala, planted from British stock in the 1870s–90s.
Home of Assam and Darjeeling, two of the world's most famous black teas.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Munnar
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Munnar
Typical brewed serving
Munnar is a medium-caffeine black tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 30–50 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
Fit
Who is Munnar for?
New to tea?
A friendly starting point — forgiving to brew and easy to enjoy on the first cup.
When to drink it
Comfortable at any time of day.
Flavor direction
Medium-bodied, leads with fresh notes — a black tea with fresh, bold, malty character.
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FAQ
Munnar Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Munnar tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Munnar tea?
Munnar tea comes from the rolling highlands of Kerala's Western Ghats, one of south India's oldest tea regions, planted by the British in the late 1800s. It is also known as Munnar Tea.
Does Munnar tea have caffeine?
Yes. Munnar is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–50 mg per brewed serving.
What does Munnar tea taste like?
Munnar is known for a profile led by Fresh, Bold, and Malty, with a medium body.
How do you brew Munnar tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 2–3 minutes. It can be re-steeped 1–2 times.
Is Munnar tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Munnar; its profile centers on Fresh, Bold, and Malty.