Ceylon Orange Pekoe, New Vithanakande Estate

Hailing from Sri Lanka, Ceylon makes a classic British-style cup and is often used in breakfast tea blends. This unblended single lot, grown in the low-elevation Ratnapura district, is a superior grade (FBOPFEXSP) from New Vithanakande Estate. For this type, only the top quality leaves are hand-picked and carefully processed. Note the sheen on the deep-brown, delicately twisted leaves, interspersed with abundant silver and golden buds. These buds contribute exquisite flavor to a brisk and honeyed infusion, with hints of baked goods, citron, and sundried tomato, and a pleasant, lingering astringency. Although full-bodied enough to blend well with milk or a sweetener, it’s a delightful black tea to enjoy on its own. Country: Sri Lanka Region: Ratnapura Tasting Notes: walnut, citron, toast Harvest Season: Summer 2025 4 oz or 1 lb Click here to order a small sample size of this tea. -- 210 º F 3-4 grams, 3 minute steep ¼ full, 30 second-1 minute steep