CeylonBlends Whole Leaf Ceylon Black Tea — OP (Orange Pekoe)
A classic whole-leaf Ceylon black tea. Well-twisted, delicate, and district-expressive — the enduring benchmark of orthodox Sri Lankan tea craft.
About this product
At the heart of Ceylon's orthodox tea tradition sits the Orange Pekoe — a whole-leaf grade prized for its clean, delicate character and the way it faithfully carries the personality of the district where it was grown. Each leaf is well twisted by hand and machine in the orthodox style, preserving the structural integrity of the flush and producing a golden, clear liquor that changes subtly with every harvest season. CeylonBlends sources this grade to showcase the breadth of Sri Lanka's renowned growing regions, from the crisp, floral high-country gardens of Nuwara Eliya to the warmer, bolder profiles of the island's mid-elevation valleys. Whether you steep it light or full, the Whole Leaf OP rewards attention. GRADE DEFINITION (Tea Exporters Association of Sri Lanka, verbatim): “A whole leaf, well twisted tea. A delicate brew that varies in taste according to the different districts.” TASTING NOTES: Liquor: clear golden amber. Aroma: light floral, fresh-cut grass, subtle sweetness. Palate: delicate body, clean and smooth, low astringency. Finish: bright, lingering, gently drying. BREWING GUIDANCE: 95°C · 3–4 min · 2 g per 200 ml (approx. 1 tsp) · best served plain or with a splash of milk. ORIGIN: Likely high-grown Sri Lanka (Nuwara Eliya / Dimbula). Provisional — final sourcing not yet confirmed.