{"product_id":"ceylon-highgrown-op1-loose-leaf-black-tea-special-selection","title":"Ceylon Highgrown OP1 Loose Leaf Black Tea - Special Selection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eOur Ceylon Highgrown OP1 loose leaf black tea is a smooth, elegant Sri Lankan black tea blending selected highgrown leaf from Uva and Nuwara Eliya. Warm copper in the cup, medium in strength and gently aromatic, it balances mellow depth with brisk, lightly spiced brightness — a refined Ceylon to enjoy throughout the day, with or without milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"35ib2\" data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eCeylon Highgrown OP1 Loose Leaf Black Tea from Uva and Nuwara Eliya\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eCeylon Highgrown Special OP1 brings together two of Sri Lanka’s most admired high-altitude tea regions in one carefully balanced loose leaf black tea. The OP1 whole-leaf style is widely associated with long, wiry leaves and a more elegant cup than smaller broken grades, while highgrown Ceylon teas are especially valued for their bright liquor and lively, aromatic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eThis blend is composed enough for quiet morning drinking, yet refined enough to make a particularly pleasing afternoon cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bzjkhg\" data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eSmooth, Copper-Bright and Lightly Spiced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eIn the cup, this Ceylon Highgrown OP1 loose leaf black tea brews to a warm copper infusion with inviting clarity. The flavour is smooth and medium-bodied, with Uva contributing mellow aromatic depth and Nuwara Eliya bringing a brighter, brisker lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eA gentle lightly spiced quality runs through the finish, giving the tea poise and character without making it heavy or overly assertive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hqn7e\" data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eA Refined OP1 Ceylon with Highgrown Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eOP1 is one of the finer whole-leaf styles associated with Ceylon black tea, producing a cup that feels more composed than a standard broken-leaf tea while still offering good body and flavour. Retailers offering comparable Ceylon Highgrown OP1 teas regularly position them as nuanced, bright and suitable for those who enjoy a more refined Sri Lankan black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eThis Special Selection has particular appeal for customers who want a versatile Ceylon that is easy to drink, but still clearly a step above an everyday breakfast blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ofgugg\" data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rtofsp\" data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eTea type: Loose leaf black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dftro\" data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003eOrigin: Highgrown Ceylon, Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ocg246\" data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003eRegions: Uva and Nuwara Eliya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ytrt1s\" data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eGrade: OP1, Orange Pekoe 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"124gows\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eLiquor: Warm copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n6zbbm\" data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003eFlavour: Smooth, medium-bodied, aromatic and lightly spiced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"130yqqn\" data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003eBest enjoyed: Without milk or with a small splash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1c6p927\" data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003eA Versatile Ceylon for Any Time of Day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3173\"\u003eCeylon Highgrown Special OP1 works beautifully as a calm morning tea, a mid-afternoon cup or an all-day black tea when you want something polished but not overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003eDrink it plain to appreciate the brighter highgrown character, or add a little milk for a softer, rounder cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qeuqu7\" data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003eHow to Brew Ceylon Highgrown Special OP1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003eUse freshly boiled water at around 95°C to 100°C and add one heaped teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes for a smooth, medium-strength brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3665\"\u003eA shorter infusion gives a lighter, more delicate cup that suits drinking without milk. A slightly longer steep develops greater body if you prefer a fuller Ceylon with a dash of milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lbjtps\" data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3737\"\u003eBlack tea from Uva and Nuwara Eliya highgrown Ceylon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fdu6a6\" data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3765\"\u003eAbout High Teas London\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"4098\"\u003eHigh Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over 350 different teas in our collection, we are proud to offer characterful Ceylon black teas alongside estate selections from the world’s finest growing regions, including elegant highgrown blends such as Ceylon Highgrown Special OP1.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas London","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":7683402924068,"sku":"CEHI-50-DB16","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125g","offer_id":7683402956836,"sku":"CEHI-125-DB16","price":6.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":7683402989604,"sku":"CEHI-250-DB16","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":7683403022372,"sku":"CEHI-500-DB16","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":41184157171890,"sku":"CEHI-60-DB16","price":4.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g","offer_id":41184158810290,"sku":"CEHI-150-DB16","price":9.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/2161\/7956\/files\/HighgrownSpecialOP1PM_9fbad5f0-3e19-400a-a445-a81a23979c1c.jpg?v=1778161994","url":"https:\/\/highteas.co.uk\/products\/ceylon-highgrown-op1-loose-leaf-black-tea-special-selection","provider":"High Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}