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Darjeeling

Darjeeling

3 5.1
A fine black tea from northern India with a light, flowery smell
  • noun
  • /ˌdɑrˈdʒiːlɪŋ/
translation icon : Darjeeling
  • Let's see, we've got some Darjeeling... English Breakfast.
  • Darjeeling tea
  • cup of Darjeeling
  • Darjeeling tea is served

Examples

  • Reaching Darjeeling is quite an adventure in itself.

    Academic text (2000)
  • For a refreshing afternoon drink, I usually prefer a cup of Darjeeling tea.

  • The morning air is quite cold, and endless cups of hot Darjeeling tea contribute a great deal to our efforts to shake off the morning chill.

    Academic text (2000)
  • From the early 19th century, tea plantations have contributed to the economy of Darjeeling, and today, more than 70 plantations dominate the area.

    Academic text (2000)
  • From the rooftop, we are offered some of the best views of Darjeeling, completely surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas.

    Academic text (2000)
  • Darjeeling offers the adventurous traveler and photographer a variety of majestic and exotic interests.

    Academic text (2000)
  • The unique flavor of Darjeeling makes it one of my favorite teas.

  • She offered me a warm cup of Darjeeling to enjoy while reading my book.

How Aromatic

bergamot
2 7.9
Darjeeling
3 5.1
black tea
5 1.0

Surface Forms

Darjeeling singular
Darjeelings plural

Etymology

Darjeeling comes from Tibetan words Dorje ('thunderbolt' or a sacred name) and ling ('place'), so it originally meant 'place of the thunderbolt'. That's why Darjeeling tea is named after the town where this famous tea is grown.