Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie Loose Leaf Black Tea
Rich, aromatic Uva Ceylon OP from the award-winning Sarnia-Plaiderie Estate.- Free Shipping on UK orders over £30
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Our Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie loose leaf black tea is a refined single-estate Ceylon with a rich dark-copper cup, softly spicy aroma and smooth, gently sweet finish. Grown in Sri Lanka’s celebrated Uva district, it is an elegant whole-leaf black tea with the aromatic depth to enjoy plain and enough warmth to take a small splash of milk beautifully.
Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie Loose Leaf Black Tea from Sri Lanka
Sarnia-Plaiderie is a distinctive Uva estate tea, prized for its aromatic character, bright infusion and polished single-origin profile. Search results for this specific tea consistently highlight its rich, aromatic Ceylon style and estate identity, making it a particularly strong choice for tea drinkers seeking something more individual than a standard black tea blend.
The whole Orange Pekoe leaf gives the cup a composed, elegant structure, allowing the natural character of Uva Ceylon tea to come through with clarity.
Soft Spice, Sweet Aroma and a Dark Copper Cup
In the cup, this Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie loose leaf black tea brews to a deep copper infusion with brightness at the edge and a fragrant, warming aroma. The flavour is smooth and softly spicy, with a gently sweet, aromatic finish that feels refined rather than forceful.
It is a tea with real afternoon appeal: expressive enough to savour slowly, yet balanced enough to return to often.
Whole-Leaf Uva OP with Distinctive Estate Character
The OP grade gives this tea a long, open whole-leaf style that produces a cleaner, more nuanced cup than faster-infusing broken grades. Comparable listings for Sarnia-Plaiderie emphasise its dark copper-toned leaf, aromatic quality and deep red infusion, supporting its position as a characterful estate Ceylon rather than an everyday generic black tea.
At a Glance
- Tea type: Loose leaf black tea
- Origin: Sarnia-Plaiderie Estate, Uva, Sri Lanka
- Grade: OP, Orange Pekoe
- Liquor: Rich dark copper
- Flavour: Smooth, softly spicy, sweetly aromatic and rounded
- Best enjoyed: Black or with a small splash of milk
A Refined Uva Ceylon for Afternoon Drinking
Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie is especially rewarding when taken without milk, allowing its distinctive aromatic bouquet and softly spicy depth to remain clear. A little milk works well too, creating a warmer, rounder cup without overwhelming the tea’s estate character.
It is an excellent choice for those who enjoy single-origin Ceylon teas with fragrance, clarity and a more elegant finish.
How to Brew Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie
Use freshly boiled water at 100°C and add one generous teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes for a bright, aromatic cup with a smooth finish.
A slightly longer infusion will bring more body, though it is best not to over-steep if you want to preserve the tea’s natural sweetness and subtle Uva bouquet.
Enjoy plain for the clearest expression of the leaf, or add a small splash of milk for a softer result.
Ingredients
Black tea from Uva, Sri Lanka.
About High Teas London
High 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 estate teas with genuine provenance and character, including aromatic Sri Lankan selections such as Uva OP Sarnia-Plaiderie.
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Tea Type |
Quantity |
Water Temp |
Brew Time |
| WHITE | 3-5g per cup | 70c | 5-6 mins |
| GREEN | 3-5g per cup | 75c | 2-5 mins |
| BLACK | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
| OOLONG | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 5-8 mins |
| PU-ERH | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
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| UK Orders under £30 and below 250g | £1.97 |
| UK Orders under £30 and above 250g | £3.95 |
| International Orders | £15 |
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