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There are three main tea growing regions in Sri Lanka. These are, Low grown teas which are teas grown on an elevation between sea level to 600m, Mid Grown teas which are from 600m to 1,200m and High grown teas which are grown at an elevation above 1,200m. The taste, flavour and aroma of teas from each region are influenced by the conditions particular to those regions. Low grown teas, which are subjected to long periods of sunshine, dry and somewhat warm and moist conditions, exhibit a burgundy brown liquor and a malt, heavy note with black leaf appearance. Whereas High grown teas grown on an elevation of around 3,000 feet would be dramatically different - depending on the time of year, influenced by the chill winds, dry and cool conditions these teas are likely to be extraordinarily light, with greenish, grassy tones in honey golden liquors.

 

 
 
 
The alchemy of land, sun and rain in the Paradise Island of Ceylon, as it was known 40 years ago, presents the ideal climatic conditions for cultivation of tea.  
 
     
 
   
 
High Grown
Grown at an elevation above 1,200m. Perfectly rounded teas with a bright & strong taste.
 
Mid Grown
Grown at an elevation between 600m and 1,200m. Strong, rich & full-bodied teas.
 
Low Grown
Grown at an elevation between sea level and 600m. Heavy and robust teas that are deep in colour.
 
 
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