We offer two varieties of Sri Lankan Ceylon Tea: a rich, smooth Ceylon Orange Pekoe and a decaffeinated version. Ceylon teas are delightful enjoyed on their own, but also make an excellent base for homemade iced teas, providing strength and a little astringency to perfectly balance fresh, sweet flavours.
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What is the most famous tea in Sri Lanka?
The most famous tea in Sri Lanka is Ceylon tea, celebrated for its bright flavour and refreshing aroma. Grown in the country’s highlands, Ceylon tea comes in black, green, and white varieties, with black being the most popular.
What makes Ceylon tea different from other black teas?
Ceylon tea is known for its bold, crisp flavour and balanced strength, making it versatile for drinking hot or iced. Its slight astringency adds complexity and makes it perfect on its own or as a base for blends, setting it apart from other black teas.
Why is Sri Lankan tea considered high quality?
Sri Lankan tea is prized for its highland-grown leaves, careful handpicking, and traditional processing. These methods produce a bright, aromatic tea with refined flavour, such as Ceylon Orange Pekoe, which showcases the quality and character of Sri Lankan tea in every cup.
Which Sri Lankan teas are available at AVANTCHA?
At AVANTCHA, we offer a rich, smooth Ceylon Orange Pekoe and a decaffeinated version. Both are delicious on their own and also make an excellent base for homemade iced teas, providing balanced strength and a touch of astringency to complement fresh, sweet flavours.
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