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Sri Lankan & Ceylon Tea
Bright, brisk Ceylon teas for your daily cup. Explore individual tasting notes and origin records, then choose the pack that suits your tea shelf.
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About Sri Lankan & Ceylon Tea
From the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya to the bold flavours of Ruhuna, our Sri Lankan teas are known for their clarity, balance and freshness. Explore Ceylon tea at its best.
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From the hills of Ceylon
Sri Lankan tea: bright, clean and refreshingly honest
Sri Lankan tea has a character all its own. Grown across the island's central highlands, these leaves produce a cup that's clean, bright and wonderfully balanced. The best Ceylon teas carry a gentle citrus edge, a crisp finish and a clarity you won't find in heavier, maltier brews. If you like your black tea with a bit of lift rather than weight, this is where to look.
Our Sri Lankan selection includes the Lumbini Ceylon Orange Pekoe for everyday drinking, the elegant Lover's Leap Ceylon OP from one of the island's highest gardens, and the more complex Lumbini Ceylon FBOPFEXS for those who want something with a bit more depth. All are hand-packed here in Yorkshire and ready for your teapot.
These teas suit anyone who prefers a lighter touch with their morning or afternoon cup. They take milk well but shine just as brightly without it. Brewing for one or filling a pot for the table, Ceylon offers a refreshing change from the usual.
How to choose
Consider the grade
Orange Pekoe (OP) gives a smooth, accessible cup. FBOPFEXS has smaller, broken leaves that brew stronger and faster. Choose OP for gentle sipping, the finer grade for a bolder mug.
With or without milk
All three teas here work well either way. Lover's Leap is particularly lovely black, while the Lumbini FBOPFEXS stands up nicely to a splash of milk.
Think about your pace
Brewing loose leaf takes a moment longer than a teabag but rewards you with better flavour. Start with one teaspoon per cup and adjust to taste.
Where to start
Start with these teas
Lumbini Ceylon Orange PekoeA full-bodied everyday Ceylon with bright, crisp notes and a coppery base.From £4.25
Lover's Leap Ceylon OPTry this one if you enjoy bright, floral teas with a brisk structure and clean finish.From £4.25
Lumbini Ceylon FBOPFEXSFor those who prefer a richer cup with plum-like depth.From £7.80
Good questions
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Further reading
What does Ceylon tea taste like?
Ceylon tea is known for its bright, clean flavour with a crisp finish. It's lighter and more refreshing than Assam or many breakfast blends, making it a good choice for drinking throughout the day.
Is Sri Lankan tea the same as Ceylon tea?
Yes. Ceylon is the former name for Sri Lanka, and tea from the island is still called Ceylon tea by tradition. The terms are used interchangeably.
Can you drink Ceylon tea with milk?
Absolutely. Ceylon teas take milk well, though their natural brightness also makes them enjoyable served black. It comes down to personal preference.
What is Orange Pekoe tea?
Orange Pekoe refers to a grade of tea leaf, not a flavour. It indicates whole, unbroken leaves of a certain size. The name has nothing to do with oranges.
How should I brew loose leaf Ceylon tea?
Use freshly boiled water and steep for three minutes. One teaspoon of leaf per cup is a good starting point. Adjust brewing time for a lighter or stronger cup.