Low Grown

Low grown tea in Sri Lanka has its own features. The rich Low grown tea in Sri Lanka has its own features. The rich soil of this region contributes to the speedy growth of the tea bush and produces a long beautiful leaf that turns intensely black on withering. As the weather conditions are mainly warm and dry, the low grown teas in these areas are strong, dark and boast a unique strong flavour with delightful aromas.

Our four tea estates situated in the Southern Agro Climatic Districts of Galle, close to the coastal region and Deniyaya bordering the Singharaja forest reserve (UNESCO World Heritage Site) produce Orthodox teas that consists of leafy, semi-leafy and small leaf grades.

The exclusive character of the soil, which was originally covered by tropical rain forests, of these tea estates, gives strength and character to the cup. The low grown tea selection they offer includes a range of well-twisted leafy varieties such as Orange Pekoes and Broken Orange Pekoes 1s (BOP1) which are the ideal teas to be brewed where the water is hard and containing many minerals. There are also the shotty Pekoes, which are perfect as a sweet drink for relaxation. The range of small leaf varieties such as Broken Orange Pekoes (BOP) and Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings (BOPF), have strong liquors that give out its colour in any form of water.

If you are an enthusiast who appreciates appearance, then the special low grown tea varieties which range from Flowery Broken Orange Pekoes (FBOP) to Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings Extra Specials (FBOPFEXSP) are for you. The small leaf varieties with a show of tips are ideal for those who like a strong, sweet brew with or without milk.