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Sri Lanka mainly produced orthodox tea. In the orthodox process of production, semi dried green shoots are ruptured by rolling achieved from a rotary movement. The rolling process ruptures and twists the leaves. When tea leaves are crushed an oxidation process begins, which is followed by firing and commonly known black tea is produced. Sri Lanka also produces tea by unorthodox method, namely Cut Tear and Curl. Green tea, Instant tea, Bio tea, and flavored tea are also produced in Sri Lanka. New research has shown that sipping a relaxing cup of organic tea, especially Ceylon tea, may provide a number of health benefits. Studies have shown that organic teas may pack as powerful a punch of health as one serving of many vegetables or fruits. Scientific research is just beginning to explore the connection between drinking organic tea and it's effects on maintaining the body's homeostasis and balance. In other words, tea is thought to be rejuvenating. Ceylon Tea is enjoyed worldwide because while it is calming it is also reviving and uplifting. Maybe this is one of the reasons why organic teas have become popular. |
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Ceylon Tea - Why it is world famous |
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Ceylon tea is considered as the best tea in the world as its inherent unique characteristics and reputation running through more than a century. The influence of climatic conditions of Sri Lankan plantation imparts to the Ceylon tea products a variety of flavors and aromas, synonymous with quality. Sri Lanka is the 3rd largest tea producing country globally, and has a production share of 9% in the international sphere, and one of the world's leading exporters with a share of around 19% of the global demand. Ceylon tea is divided into three groups as Upcountry, Mid country and Low country tea based on the geography of the land on which it is grown. |
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Ceylon Tea produced in Sri Lanka carries the "Lion Logo" on its packages, which indicates that the tea was produced in Sri Lanka and manufactured as per the standards governed by the Sri Lankan Tea Board . The use of the Lion Logo is closely monitored by the Sri Lanka Tea Board, which is the governing body of the tea industry in Sri Lanka. If a Ceylon tea producer wants to use the lion logo on his packaging, they need to gain permission from the Sri Lanka Tea Board. The tea board then performs a strict inspection procedure, the passing of which allows the producer to use the logo, along with the "Pure Ceylon Tea - Packed in Sri Lanka" slogan on their tea packaging. Each and every consignment of Ceylon tea is thoroughly inspected by Sri Lanka Tea board officers before being shipped. Therefore the lion logo and the wording is indeed the assurance of the origin of the tea and of its quality. |
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Grade names that use in Sri Lanka to classify Ceylon tea are not by any means the indication of its quality but its size and appearance. Mainly there are two categories. They are Leaf grades and smaller broken grades. Leaf grades refer to the size and appearance of the Ceylon tea and the smaller broken grades refers to the modern Ceylon tea style and appearance. High grown Ceylon tea from Sri Lanka are reputed for their taste and aroma. The two types of seasonal Ceylon tea produced in these areas Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya are much sought after by blenders in tea importing countries. Uva teas from Eastern Highlands contain unique seasonal characters and are widely used in many quality blends particular in west Germany and Japan. The medium grown Ceylon teas provide thick color varieties which are popular in Australia, Europe, Japan and North America. The Ceylon tea produced in low grown areas are mainly popular in Western Asia, Middle Eastern countries and CIS countries. Most factories in these areas produced what are known as leafy grade of tea where the tea leaves are well twisted and can grade into long particles. |
