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Ceylon Pettiagalla Estate |
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Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, has been providing excellent teas since the mid 1800's and is currently one of the largest tea producing countries in the world. Prior to the introduction of tea plants to Sri Lanka, this country was primarily known for its crops of cinnamon and coffee. Due to economic changes, which affected the cinnamon crop, and a fungal disease, which devastated the coffee plants, Ceylon began experimenting with tea plants in 1839. It wasn't until 1867, when James Taylor, a British planter, began a tea plantation in Kandy, that tea was established as a viable industry. His venture was soon followed by other tea gardens in and around the area.
Sri Lanka has 6 growing regions: Kandy, Uda Pussellawa, Uva, Ruhuna, Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya. The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas.
Ceylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few.
This tea comes from the Pettiagalla Estate, which is located in the town of Balangoda in the Ratnapura district, in the province of Sabaragamuwa. The estate tea bushes are located at altitudes ranging from 1670 to 3600 feet and the teas produced here are so consistent in high quality that Pettiagalla is considered one of the most prestigious tea gardens in Sri Lanka. The medium tightly curled leaves brew to an amber cup with a smooth, strong flavor that leaves the mouth feeling fresh and clean. This wonderful all-day tea can be drunk as is or with a slice of lemon to enhance the flavor.
Brew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes.
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Strong and bold taste |
1/7/2017 |
| Very aromatic tea with strong bold flavor that is perfect for morning tea. |
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Beautifully Bold |
10/3/2016 |
| This is a bold, flavorful tea. Perfect for breakfast or in lieu of coffee. There is an almost nutty maltiness to the flavors with maybe even a hint of burnt toast. This is a very smooth and luscious bold black tea. Wonderful, even for beginners. |
| - ANDREW, IL |
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Smooth and Refreshing |
4/2/2016 |
| Recently at a small gathering the hostess served a lovely smooth and refreshing tea which she said was S&Vs Ceylon Pettiagalla. The tea was excellent so I included it in my order and have not been disappointed. It is aromatic with a bit of fruity/lemon/floral taste and has a hint of maltiness. This is one tea in which I would add a lemon slice or wedge.
Hot or cold this is a very refreshing tea. |
| - EAL, OH |
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Part of my first order |
2/26/2016 |
| Perfect everyday cup! My favorite thus far! |
| - Kara, MO |
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