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Assam’s Manohari Gold Tea sells for record-breaking Rs 1.15 lakh per kg at auction.

Manohari Gold Tea is a premium tea produced by the Manohari Tea Estate located in the Dibrugarh district of Assam. In a historic moment, a specialty tea from the Dibrugarh district in Assam, India, has been sold for a staggering Rs 1.15 lakh per kg at an auction held on a private portal Tea Inntech. This marks the highest price ever fetched for tea at such an auction anywhere in the world. The tea in question is the ‘Manohari Gold Tea,’ known for its distinct flavor and aroma.

Manohari Gold Tea: A Speciality Tea from Assam

The tea estate is renowned for producing high-quality teas that are famous for their unique taste and aroma.

The production of Manohari Gold Tea is a tedious and time-consuming process that involves handpicking and processing the tea leaves with utmost care. The tea leaves are carefully selected, and only the finest and freshest leaves are chosen for processing. The tea is then hand-rolled, sun-dried, and processed to perfection to bring out its distinct flavor and aroma.

Record-Breaking Sale at Auction

Manohari Gold Tea was auctioned for a record-breaking Rs 1.15 lakh per kg on private portal Tea Inntech, attended by tea connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Manohari Tea Estate set the record in 2018 when its Golden Needles tea was sold for Rs 75,000 per kg.

Impact on the Tea Industry

Manohari Gold Tea’s record-breaking sale has brought attention to India’s tea industry, which is the second-largest in the world after China. It has showcased the industry’s potential to produce high-quality specialty teas that can compete globally. This sale has highlighted the increasing demand for such teas and India’s ability to meet it.

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The record-breaking sale of this Tea has showcased the Indian tea industry’s ability to produce high-quality specialty teas and compete globally. This highlights the growing demand for such teas and the importance of supporting the industry. The deal has brought attention to the hard work and dedication required to produce high-quality teas.

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