How to Buy Real Green Tea in India: What to Look For and What to Avoid

First, look for 'whole leaf' on the label. If it says 'broken leaf' or 'dust' or 'fannings', that's the bottom of the barrel. Whole-leaf tea is the entire leaf, unbroken. It steeps multiple times and tastes infinitely better.

Second, check the origin. 'Assam' is a region, not a brand. If the label doesn't specify the garden or estate, you're buying a blend of teas from unknown sources. At Nevisan, we list our garden — Golaghat, Assam. Because we know exactly where our tea comes from.

Third, avoid 'flavored' green teas unless you specifically want flavoring. Many brands add artificial flavors to mask the taste of low-quality tea. If the tea is good, it doesn't need masking. Our flavored teas (lemongrass, ginger, tulsi) use real botanicals, not flavoring essences.

If you're looking for real green tea in India, start here: our [Organic Green Tea](https://nevisan.in/products/organic-green-tea) is whole-leaf, single-origin, PGS-India certified, and unblended. No mystery blends, no artificial flavors, no marketing fluff.