We produce high-quality Ceylon Tea in sixteen tea gardens located in Sri Lanka’s (Formerly Ceylon) best tea growing areas. The Dimbulla Valley in the Central Hills of Sri Lanka is home to twelve of these estates producing High Grown specialty Dimbula Teas while the remaining five estates are located on the lush planes of the South producing Low Grown leafy grades (Ruhuna Teas) that make a strong brew. In order to produce a quality tea, all the estates envisage a “quality policy” based on consistency and attention to detail as well as ethical agricultural practices.
Our estates have the following Certifications and Accreditations:
Our cumulative capital expenditure every year reflects our commitment to key areas of development; field development, quality assurance systems, factory modernization, energy cost saving and social welfare development.
We are proud of the harmonious industrial environment on our tea gardens where human resources and industrial relations exist side by side with the company continuing to invest in skills development, health, sanitation and housing each year.
A great cup of Ceylon tea starts in the soil.
High Grown
Sri Lanka is fortunate to have widely diverse climatic conditions and the effect of these diverse conditions on Sri Lankan high grown tea production is amazing. The diversity creates high grown teas which are unique to each other in taste and character making them unmatched and possessing a taste of their own.
Depending on the altitude at which it is grown, twelve of our tea estates situated in the Nanuoya/Lindula/Talawakelle Agro Climatic District manufacture the finest high grown tea in Sri Lanka. Reputed for their exquisite flavours and aroma the teas range from light delicate and smooth to full-bodied, strong cups. In addition to the regular teas, these estates produce some of the finest Specialty teas in the country.
Nanuoya Region
Talawakelle Region
The Clarendon mark is unique. Strong and fragrant, a cup of high grown tea that can be enjoyed any time of the day…
Founded in the late 19th century by Englishman Robert Black, who let his tea bushes flourish till they reached shoulder height, Clarendon Estate in recent years has opened its doors to small-holders from the Dimbulla as well as the Uva and Pussellawa regions. This has enabled the estate to produce a remarkable brand of high grown teas combining different leaves grown in different climates.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | : 1,555 meters |
Extent | : | 192 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 330,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 45% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 55% |
Dessford Estate produces ultra-premium high grown teas with undisputed quality and distinction - fresh and perfectly balanced liquor, embodying the distinct character of Ceylon tea.
During the flavoring season, Dessford Estate produces some of the finest High Grown teas that top the western High Grown marks at tea auctions.
The tiny white tuna flowers on the grounds of Dessford Estate creates a sense of enchantment and serenity where the gentle touches of nature creates the perfect leaves which are transformed with love and meticulous attention into luxurious teas.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Nanuoya |
Elevation | : | 1,382 meters |
Extent | : | 432 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 540,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 47% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 53% |
Tea leaves thrive in this unique environment producing teas with a balanced strength and flavour inherent in Somerset teas…
Somerset Estate is located in the heart of the magnificent Dimbulla valley in close proximity to the slopes that are home to the popular Radella Hill Climb, an annual racing event in Sri Lanka.
Teas produced at Somerset Estate have been nurtured by the cool breeze blowing from Kotmale Oya and brings along a tantalizing flavour and aroma that freshens up and revitalizes your day.
Visitors passing by are most welcome to drop in at the Somerset Tea Boutique for a refreshing cup of garden fresh high grown tea presented to you in salubrious surroundings.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,102 meters |
Extent | : | 452 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 575,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 51% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 49% |
The light golden brew similar to the color of sunrays bears the signature mark of Radella Green Teas.
Radella Estate is the only estate belongs to us that presents an array of pure Ceylon Green Teas, produced from the highest quality, tender, light green leaves, using high quality processing methods,
Radella green tea come together in perfect harmony adding a touch of magic to your daily cup of tea.The flavor, aura and texture of Radella Green Teas is truly amazing and is easily distinguishable from other brands of green tea in the market.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,402 meters |
Extent | : | 459 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 370,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 48% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 52% |
Bearwell High Grown Teas have a unique character that often exceeds the expectations of all connoisseurs…
The purity of the cypress-scented air, the lush tea fields halfway up the Talawakelle mountain range bathed in radiant sunlight, the soft cool breeze wafting across the tea fields - this is Bearwell Estate.
The location of the Bearwell factory is mind blowing and taste of the high quality high grown teas grown here is exquisite .
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,280 meters |
Extent | : | 425 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 620,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 50% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 50% |
Great Western is an absolute innovator among High Grown Tea estates and symbolizes a unique brand of exceptional and rare teas...
The tea fields on Great Western Estate are the largest within the Dimbulla region, spanning 628 hectares. The elements of nature come together in this unique subterranean maze creating an ideal setting for producing the world renowned Great Western teas.
Great Western Estate is also the first tea estate in Sri Lanka to obtain the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Certificate.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,448 meters |
Extent | : | 628 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 615,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 44% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 56% |
If all High Grown teas are compared to a collection of precious jewels, the Mattakelle Mark would be the ultimate piece, set with the purest and rarest diamonds, cut to perfection…
For four consecutive years, high grown teas from Mattakelle Estate have held the no.1 position with the highest GSA (Gross Sale Average) amongst all High Grown garden marks in the Dimbulla valley.
The estate lies nestled among the scenic Kikiliyamana Mountains and the VP teas on our fields yield the perfect leaves that transcend into the sublime expression of the quintessential high grown tea. When it comes to the highest quality high grown teas in the market, Matakelle Tea is the undisputed leader.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,372 meters |
Extent | : | 362 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 780,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 77% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 23% |
If all High Grown teas are compared to a collection of precious jewels, the Holyrood Mark would be the ultimate piece, set with the purest and rarest diamonds, cut to perfection…
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,372 meters |
Extent | : | 362 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 780,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 77% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 23% |
The picturesque St. Clair waterfall cascading from the slopes of its lower reaches frames the idyllic backdrop for this garden, nestling between the Dimbulla and the Kotmale valleys, the unique combination of these cooler and warmer micro-climates giving its teas that particular colour and appearance, only found in the handful of marks qualifying as Dimbula leafys.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,280 meters |
Extent | : | 425 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 620,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 50% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 50% |
The dynamic, over-reaching spirits of the Elphinstones, the founding fathers of the estate are still embodied within the high grown teas that carry the Logie mark.
While driving through the narrow, winding road from Nuwara Eliya to Hatton, you reach the beautifully rural Lindula town and her neighbour, the quaint tea estate named after the home of Sir James Elphinstone who hailed from Garioch County, Aberdeen, Scotland. His son, who ran the estate too, was simply called Logie and became a legend in his day achieving record prices for the pure Ceylon Teas produced at Logie Estate.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,220 meters |
Extent | : | 399 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 405,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 39% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 61% |
The dynamic, over-reaching spirits of the Elphinstones, the founding fathers of the estate are still embodied within the high grown teas that carry the Palmerston mark.
While driving through the narrow, winding road from Nuwara Eliya to Hatton, you reach the beautifully rural Lindula town and her neighbour, the quaint tea estate named after the home of Sir James Elphinstone who hailed from Garioch County, Aberdeen, Scotland. His son, who ran the estate too, was simply called Logie and became a legend in his day achieving record prices for the pure Ceylon Teas produced at Palmerston Estate.
Planting district | : | Dimbulla |
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Agro-climatic district | : | Talawakelle - Lindula |
Elevation | : | 1,220 meters |
Extent | : | 399 hectares |
Annual Production | : | 405,000kgs |
VP (Vegetative Propagated Tea) | : | 39% |
OST (Old Seedling Tea) | : | 61% |