Ooty Kannavarai Black Tea — Single Estate Nilgiri Tea Powder | OotyMade

Kannavarai Tea Estate sits in the Nilgiris between 1,700 and 2,100 metres — three generations of the same family have been perfecting this blend since 1990. Every batch is personally tasted and approved by the managing partner before packing. Not a factory blend. A family's reputation in every kilogram.

The Kannavarai Estate Blend is specifically curated as a home blend — designed for the aroma and the unique Nilgiris flavour profile of the estate's specific microclimate, rather than the maximum-strength commercial grade. If you want to taste what Nilgiris terroir actually tastes like, this is the starting point.

🏔️ Single Estate — Kannavarai, Nilgiris — Grown at 1,700–2,100 metres. Every batch from the same estate, same altitude, same soil. No blending with other regions.
🍵 Estate Home Blend Character — Curated for aroma and Nilgiris flavour depth over maximum strength. The cup is bright, brisk, and distinctively aromatic.
🌿 Three Generations of Tea Expertise — Kannavarai has been producing since 1990 under the same family's direct oversight. The consistency is earned, not manufactured.
📦 Packed Fresh at Source — Sealed at the estate factory and dispatched within 48 hours of your order.
✅ 100% Nilgiris Origin — No blending with Assam or Dooars. Pure Blue Mountains terroir in every cup.

How to Brew

Add 1 teaspoon per cup to boiling water. Steep for 3–5 minutes. Add fresh Nilgiris milk and sugar to taste. For best results, let the tea stand for the full 5 minutes before adding milk — the full flavour compounds need time to develop.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Kannavarai Estate Blend and Kannavarai Gold Dust?
The Estate Blend is a home blend — curated for aroma and Nilgiris flavour. The Gold Dust is a commercial-grade CTC with higher strength and more cups per kilogram. For daily household chai with maximum flavour, choose Estate Blend. For high-volume brewing or stronger colour, choose Gold Dust.

What farming practices does Kannavarai Estate follow?
Kannavarai Estate follows sustainable agricultural practices in the Nilgiris biosphere. Check the specific product label for current certification status.

How many cups per 250 grams?
Approximately 80–100 cups using 1 teaspoon per cup. Adjust to taste.

Does this work well with milk?
Yes — the Kannavarai estate blend is specifically designed to hold up to milk and sugar, producing a full amber liquor that stays bright when milk is added.

The Nilgiris — India's Blue Mountains — grows tea at 6,000 feet above sea level, where cool year-round temperatures (15–20°C), two annual monsoons, and mineral-rich volcanic soil create growing conditions found nowhere else in India.

At this altitude, tea plants grow more slowly. Slower growth concentrates the natural compounds — polyphenols, catechins, aromatic oils — that give Nilgiris tea its characteristic brightness, natural sweetness, and clean, clear liquor.

What makes OotyMade's tea range unique is traceability. We source from named estates — Kannavarai, Homewood, Darmona, Homedale, Silver Oak — so you know exactly which garden your tea comes from. No anonymous blends. No imported material. Just the Blue Mountains.

All teas are packed fresh at source and dispatched within 48 hours of your order.

For Milk Chai (Traditional Indian Method)

1. Add 200ml water to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Add 1 heaped teaspoon (3–4g) of tea powder.
3. Simmer for 2–3 minutes on medium heat.
4. Add 50–75ml full-fat milk.
5. Simmer for 1 more minute.
6. Add sugar to taste, strain, and serve immediately.

For Black Tea (Plain, Without Milk)

1. Heat water to 90–95°C (just below boiling).
2. Add 1 teaspoon tea powder per 200ml.
3. Steep for 2–3 minutes maximum.
4. Strain immediately into your cup.
5. Add lemon or honey if desired — never milk with black tea.

For Iced Tea

1. Brew double-strength (2 teaspoons per 200ml).
2. Steep for 3 minutes.
3. Strain directly over a glass full of ice.
4. Add lemon slices and honey.

Nilgiris tea stays crystal clear when iced — no cloudiness.

Best plain without milk to appreciate the estate character. Or with a small amount of milk for everyday chai.

Shelf life: 12–18 months from packing date. Store in airtight container away from light and moisture.

All tea is packed fresh at source and vacuum-sealed or airtight-sealed before dispatch.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight (degrades chlorophyll and antioxidants), moisture (causes mould and off-flavours), strong odours (tea absorbs surrounding aromas rapidly), and heat above 30°C.

Best practice

Transfer to a ceramic or glass airtight container on receipt — a dedicated tea tin stored in a kitchen cabinet is ideal.

Signs of freshness

Fresh Nilgiris tea has a bright, clean aroma on opening. If the aroma has faded significantly, the tea is past its prime — though still safe to consume.

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Pan-India delivery

We deliver to all 28 states and 8 union territories of India. Dispatch is within 48 hours of order confirmation.

Delivery time

Metro cities: 2–3 business days.
All other cities: 3–5 business days.
Remote areas: 5–7 business days.

Packaging

All teas are packed in sealed, moisture-proof packaging to preserve freshness during transit.

Returns policy

As a food product, we do not accept returns. If your product arrives damaged or incorrect, please WhatsApp us with a photo within 24 hours — we will arrange an immediate replacement at no cost to you.