If tea had a VIP section, Darjeeling would be sitting there in a crystal coupe, sparkling in the morning light, and quietly knowing she’s the most elegant brew in the room. Often called the Champagne of Teas, Darjeeling is delicate, floral, and full of character—a tea lover’s dream that’s grown high in the misty mountains of India.

Let’s spill the tea on the unsung hero of the tea tower: the cucumber sandwich. No, they’re not just “salad on bread.” These crisp little bites are practically royalty—and if sandwiches wore fascinators, this one would have feathers and pearls.