We didn’t grow up dreaming of starting a tea brand. We simply grew up drinking tea. In Darjeeling, tea is part of everyday life. Someone puts the kettle on, someone pulls up a chair, and conversations begin. It’s how we welcomed people, shared stories, and felt at home. The finest teas we knew didn’t always come from famous estates. They came from local growers and small suppliers whose knowledge has been passed down through generations. These were the teas we drank and loved, yet their stories rarely travelled beyond the hills. That became our inspiration. Bastii, inspired by the word basti meaning village, was created to share the true taste of Darjeeling exceptional teas sourced directly from the people who know them best. With every cup, we celebrate the heritage of the Himalayas and support the communities behind every harvest, reinvesting a portion of our profits where our teas are grown. From our hills to your home.