High Grown vs. Low Grown: The Great Ceylon Tea Elevation Extravaganza!

From the misty mountain peaks to the sun-kissed valleys, size or rather, altitude matters immensely, darling!

Mon Dieu, did you know that a single leaf can taste completely different simply because it decided to grow a few thousand feet closer to the heavens? It is true! In Sri Lanka, our tea is categorized by altitude, and the results are utterly fascinating.

The High-Grown Nobles (Above 1,200 Metres)

Think of these as the elegant aristocrats of the tea world. Grown in places like Nuwara Eliya, where the air is crisp and the mist kisses the valleys, these leaves take their sweet time to grow.

• The Vibe: Bright, golden, and incredibly delicate.

• The Flavour: Light, floral, and brisk like a brisk autumn walk in Hyde Park, but with a French silk scarf around your neck. Perfect for afternoon sipping without milk.

The Low-Grown Sultans (Sea Level to 600 Metres)

Ah, now these are the dark, brooding, passionate characters grown closer to our beautiful southern coastlines.

• The Vibe: Rich, intensely burgundy-coloured, and deeply robust.

• The Flavour: Bold, malty, and delightfully strong. If you love a hearty morning brew that can take a generous splash of milk and a spoonful of sugar, c’est magnifique!

The Ceywoods Verdict: We do not choose favourites, mes amis. We love the delicate dance of the high grown and the fierce embrace of the low grown equally. Why not try both and decide your allegiance?