The History of Ceylon Tea

Step into the misty highlands of Sri Lanka—once Ceylon—where one of the world’s finest teas was born. In the mid-1800s, Scottish planter James Taylor planted the first tea bushes, setting in motion a legacy that would soon captivate the world.

After a blight wiped out the island’s coffee, tea rose as its new lifeblood, thriving in the rich soil, tropical climate, and high altitudes. By the late 19th century, Ceylon tea had become a global ritual, prized for its aroma, golden hue, and brisk character.

Today, Ceylon tea is more than a beverage—it’s a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and enduring pride, handpicked and perfected from mountain to cup.