Gopaldhara Tea Estate is one of Darjeeling’s most innovative and forward-thinking tea gardens, located near Mirik on the south-eastern edge of the Darjeeling hills. Established in the mid-19th century, the estate has evolved from a traditional plantation into a global benchmark for experimental Darjeeling teas.

Gopaldhara is especially known for pushing boundaries—developing unique tea styles such as artisanal whites, oolongs, and the celebrated “Red Thunder” series—while still respecting orthodox Darjeeling craftsmanship. Its location along the Mirik slopes allows for longer plucking seasons and expressive seasonal variation.

Today, Gopaldhara represents the modern face of Darjeeling tea, where heritage meets innovation.

Gopaldhara Tea Estate is family-managed, with strong leadership focused on:

Innovation in processing techniques

Precision plucking and micro-lot production

Direct engagement with global specialty buyers

Continuous improvement of tea quality

The estate supports a large resident workforce and is recognized for its progressive outlook within the Darjeeling tea community.

Gopaldhara Tea Estate is one of Darjeeling’s most innovative and forward-thinking tea gardens, located near Mirik on the south-eastern edge of the Darjeeling hills. Established in the mid-19th century, the estate has evolved from a traditional plantation into a global benchmark for experimental Darjeeling teas.

Gopaldhara is especially known for pushing boundaries—developing unique tea styles such as artisanal whites, oolongs, and the celebrated “Red Thunder” series—while still respecting orthodox Darjeeling craftsmanship. Its location along the Mirik slopes allows for longer plucking seasons and expressive seasonal variation.

Today, Gopaldhara represents the modern face of Darjeeling tea, where heritage meets innovation.

Gopaldhara Tea Estate is family-managed, with strong leadership focused on:

Innovation in processing techniques

Precision plucking and micro-lot production

Direct engagement with global specialty buyers

Continuous improvement of tea quality

The estate supports a large resident workforce and is recognized for its progressive outlook within the Darjeeling tea community.