Ambootia, in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains, is one of the most famous tea estates in Darjeeling. It was among the first tea gardens established by the British in the mid-19th century. At Ambootia, “tea is a way of nature.” In 1992, Ambootia transitioned to 100% certified organic and biodynamic production. In 1994, it became Fair Trade certified.

Organic cultivation contributes to environmental sustainability; it also creates a healthier environment for workers. “Our experience at Ambootia leaves no doubt … about the close association of organic and biodynamic farming, social welfare, and Fair Trade. It has developed a well-integrated, selfsustaining, ecologically balanced and economically viable community,” the workers at Ambootia agree.

The Pussimbing tea garden is located in the Darjeeling East valley, just below Tiger Hill, and encompasses about 500 acres of land. It produces only 100% certified organic tea.  The area's misty climatic conditions bring about a unique tea with a distinctive fruity flavor.

The word "Pussimbing" is a collocation of "Pasang" and "Ung", meaning "water source". A monk by the name of Pasang is said to have discovered abundant water resources in the area. Hence the name "Pussimbing".

British planters expanded Pussimbing into a commercial plantation around 1911. Today, it is the source of one of the finest bio-dynamically grown organic teas produced in Darjeeling.