What are Ceylon teas?

Ceylon teas are grown in Sri Lanka, the island nation formerly known as Ceylon, and are prized for their brightness, clarity and refreshing character. They are best known for elegant black teas, but Sri Lanka also produces green and speciality teas, giving tea drinkers plenty of variety within one origin.

Our Ceylon tea collection reflects that diversity. Some teas are lively and brisk, some are richer and deeper, and others offer a fresher, lighter style. That natural variation is part of what makes Ceylon such a rewarding collection to explore, whether you are looking for an everyday black tea, a more distinctive estate tea or something a little different.

What do Ceylon teas taste like?

Ceylon tea is often loved for its bright, brisk and lively profile, but there is no single flavour that defines every tea in the collection. Depending on the estate, region and style, Ceylon teas can be crisp and refreshing, rounded and expressive, or softer and more aromatic.

A classic example of the style is Ceylon Highgrown Special OP1, which shows the brighter, brisker side of Ceylon with a touch of spice and malt. For a richer and more unusual expression, Ruhunu – Lumbini Estate OP1 offers a deeper, velvety cup with more rounded character. To show the breadth of the collection beyond black tea, Melfort Special Green Tea – Pussellawa Valley brings a fresher, fruitier and more speciality-led dimension.

Together, these teas show how varied Ceylon can be, from bright and structured to rich and smooth, with lighter styles sitting comfortably alongside the classic estate blacks.

Why do Ceylon teas vary so much?

One of the most interesting things about Ceylon tea is how much it can change from one growing area to another. Tea is produced across Sri Lanka in different climates, elevations and terrains, and these conditions have a real influence on the final cup.

That is why a Ceylon collection can include teas that feel lively and delicate alongside others that are fuller, fruitier or more rounded. Rather than offering one fixed flavour profile, Ceylon gives tea drinkers a broad spectrum of styles to enjoy.

Does Ceylon tea have caffeine?

Most Ceylon teas naturally contain caffeine, including both black and green teas. The exact amount will vary depending on the tea and how it is brewed, but in general Ceylon makes an excellent daytime tea thanks to its refreshing and uplifting character.

How should you drink Ceylon tea?

Ceylon is one of the most versatile tea origins. Many Ceylon teas are especially enjoyable drunk black, allowing their brightness and clarity to come through, while fuller styles can also take a splash of milk well.

This makes the collection easy to explore according to taste and occasion. Some teas suit breakfast beautifully, while others are better for a lighter afternoon cup or for those who prefer a fresher, cleaner infusion.

Explore our Ceylon tea collection

Our Ceylon tea collection is designed to showcase the range and character of Sri Lankan tea. From bright estate black teas to richer and more distinctive styles, alongside speciality green tea, it offers a well-rounded introduction to one of the world’s most admired tea origins.

Whether you are drawn to a brisk everyday cup, a more velvety and expressive estate tea, or a fresher green tea from Sri Lanka, there is plenty to discover in the collection.