One of the world’s largest inventories of fine Ceylon loose teas
Sri Lanka produces some of the most flavory, delicate and finely graded teas in the world. The country is home to one of the world’s largest tea auctions and produces outstanding loose teas in 5 principal growing districts at 3 elevation categories.
Nuwara Eliya, Uva and Dimbula- High grown (4000 feet above sea level)
- These teas are characteristically light and highly flavory.
Kandy
- Medium grown (2000 – 4000 feet)
- The best medium grown teas are characterized by a malty fullness and light floral notes.
Ruhunu
- Low grown (under 2000 feet)
- These teas are typically thick and full-bodied.
Request a wholesale catalogue to view our complete line of Sri Lankan black teas. Please call or email sales@metrotea.com
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DID YOU KNOW?
Although the Darjeeling Planters’ Association was formed in 1892, their first annual meeting was not held until 1873. More recently the association asserted that, “without Darjeeling, tea would be like wine, without the prestige of Champagne”.
Although the Darjeeling Planters’ Association was formed in 1892, their first annual meeting was not held until 1873. More recently the association asserted that, “without Darjeeling, tea would be like wine, without the prestige of Champagne”.