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Iliós Aurora Oolong
Hand-Plucked | Full Leaf | First Flush
PACKAGE
LOOSE FULL LEAF [50g]
₹635
Inclusive of all taxes
CULTIVAR: AV2
Artisanal Craft
Hand-plucked and crafted using the traditional orthodox method, preserving the integrity of every whole leaf.
Rare Cultivars
Our collection features celebrated Darjeeling cultivars, including AV2 and B-157, each prized for its distinctive aroma, flavour, and character.
Single Origin
Carefully sourced from select Darjeeling estates, ensuring exceptional provenance, traceability, and the authentic character of every harvest.
Details
The Iliós Aurora is the pinnacle of the 2026 First Flush Darjeeling harvest. This unique, highly Tippy Oolong is sourced exclusively from the elite AV2 clone, the most coveted lineage in Darjeeling, renowned for its intense sweetness and structure.
The resulting cup is profoundly balanced, opening with a luminous golden-yellow liquor. The palate is immediately captivated by a wave of layered honeyed sweetness and delicate florals, underpinned by an exquisitely clean, full-bodied flavour, notably without any hint of astringency.
This exceptional quality stems from the high-elevation gardens, where the AV2 bushes emerge from four months of deep winter dormancy. The spring flush yields a profusion of young, vibrant shoots, meticulously hand-plucked by artisans to secure only the finest buds and leaves. Slow growth, intensified by the cool, dry weather, concentrates the flavour before a careful, measured oxidation process locks in every exquisite note of this rare spring expression.
- Oxidation: Mildly oxidised with post rolling
- Speciality: Hand-picked and sufficiently oxidised to ensure exquisite flavours are prominently present
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Frequently asked questions
1. What makes Ilíos Tea Studio different?
In a world driven by speed, we choose care.
At Ilíos Tea Studio, we work directly with select Darjeeling tea estates to bring authentic whole leaf Orthodox teas. Our focus is on quality leaves, careful craftsmanship, and preserving the natural character of every harvest. Only tea in its purest form.
2. Why are Ilíos teas priced differently from regular teas?
The quality of tea depends on where and how it is grown, harvested, and processed.
Our teas are directly sourced from single origin Darjeeling estates, removing unnecessary middlemen and ensuring better freshness and traceability.
We select premium whole leaves from high quality cultivars such as AV2 and other traditional Darjeeling varieties known for their aroma, complexity, and unique seasonal flavours.
3. Where do Ilíos teas come from?
Ilíos teas are sourced from selected tea gardens in Darjeeling, India, one of the world’s most renowned tea regions.
The high altitude, cool climate, and unique growing conditions of the Himalayas allow the leaves to develop their distinctive aroma, smoothness, and layered taste.
Each tea reflects the garden and season it comes from.
4. Can I return or exchange my tea?
Tea is a consumable product, so we do not accept returns or exchanges once an order has been shipped to maintain quality and safety standards.
If your order arrives damaged, incorrect, or with any packaging concern, please email us at hello@iliosteastudio.com within 24 hours of delivery with clear photos and an unboxing video.
Our team will review the concern and assist you.
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