Ceylon Ruhuna Silver Tips

Ceylon Ruhuna Silver Tips – Black Tea

Origin: Sri Lanka

Infusion Temperature: 100° Celsius

Infusion Time: 3-5 minutes

Serving Size: 1 g/100 ml

Aroma: Rich cocoa, light spice, sweet floral undertones.

Flavor: Deep, malty, and slightly sweet with elegant chocolate notes.

From the lush southern region of Ruhuna in Sri Lanka, this Ceylon black tea from the New Vithanakande Tea Estate is a refined expression of craftsmanship, terroir, and tradition. Meticulously harvested in May 2023, this tea features a high concentration of silver and golden tips-the delicate buds of the tea plant-signifying its superior grade and artisanal quality.

The term “Silver Tips” refers to the abundance of silvery-white buds in the tea leaf mix. These young buds, carefully selected and hand-plucked alongside the first tender leaves, are essential for producing a tea of remarkable aromatic depth and complexity. Their presence infuses with a natural sweetness and imparts elegant floral and cocoa-like notes that distinguish this tea from more conventional Ceylon varieties, appearing once infused a bright amber with reddish hues, smooth body.

What makes this tea particularly special is its rich chocolate aroma, which is both bold and smooth, enveloping the senses with a lingering, velvety finish. There is a well-balanced interplay of strength and refinement in the cup, making it equally suited for a hearty breakfast brew or a more contemplative afternoon tasting session.

This tea pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory foods. It complements buttery pastries, dark chocolate desserts, and traditional breakfast fare, while also offering a standalone tasting experience for connoisseurs seeking a refined black tea with depth and subtlety.

The New Vithanakande Tea Estate is known for its dedication to quality and sustainability, producing teas that capture the essence of the Ruhuna region-a lower-elevation area famed for yielding black teas with pronounced body, aroma, and complexity. This Silver Tips edition reflects not only the excellence of the estate but also the heritage of Sri Lanka’s world-renowned tea culture.

Ceylon Ruhuna Silver Tips is a distinguished black tea, prized for its smooth chocolate richness, aromatic elegance, and premium leaf composition. A sophisticated choice for both everyday enjoyment and refined tasting occasions.