Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra tea, known for quality, unique aroma, and a tinge of fruity flavor, has been registered with the European Union (EU) as a protected Geographical Indication (GI).

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Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra tea, known for quality, unique aroma, and a tinge of fruity flavor, has been registered with the European Union (EU) as a protected Geographical Indication (GI).The Kangra tea, known for its unique taste and fragrance, attributed to its abundant pyrazine contents, was given GI status in the year 2005 by the Registrar of Geographical Indicators, Chennai.The history of Kangra tea dates back to 1849 when Dr. Jameson, then superintendent of the Botanical Tea Gardens, pronounced the region ideal for tea cultivation.The history of Kangra tea dates back to 1849 when Dr. Jameson, then superintendent of the Botanical Tea Gardens, pronounced the region ideal for tea cultivation.


      Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra tea, known for quality, unique aroma, and a tinge of fruity flavor, has been registered with the European Union (EU) as a protected Geographical Indication (GI).

      The Kangra tea, known for its unique taste and fragrance, attributed to its abundant pyrazine contents, was given GI status in the year 2005 by the Registrar of Geographical Indicators, Chennai.

      The history of Kangra tea dates back to 1849 when Dr. Jameson, then superintendent of the Botanical Tea Gardens, pronounced the region ideal for tea cultivation.

 

     


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