Imperial Ceylon
Imperial Ceylon
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Imperial Ceylon is a distinguished single estate high-grade black tea from Sri Lanka, offering a delightful and sophisticated tea experience.
This elegant tea is characterized by its almost fruity aroma and clean, smooth flavour with a subtle hint of earthiness. Hand-picked from the renowned Dickwella Estate in Matara, South Sri Lanka, this coastal tea is meticulously rolled into long, thin, slightly curled leaves, featuring plenty of bud and tip. The result is a mild, smooth tea with an aromatic and clean profile.
When brewed, Imperial Ceylon presents a refined copper-brown colour, showcasing its high quality. Its wonderfully elegant character can be enjoyed on its own or with milk, making it a versatile choice for any tea connoisseur. Indulge in the sophisticated taste of Imperial Ceylon and experience the true essence of Sri Lankan black tea.
Imperial Ceylon is also included in the following signature gift collections:
To Enjoy
Place one teaspoon per cup into an infuser, filter or teapot. Add freshly boiled water and infuse for 4 minutes. Serve immediately or remove leaves to prevent spoiling. May be enjoyed with milk or lemon to taste.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Black Tea.
Allergens Note: All products are packed in an environment that contains nuts and other allergens.
Our Sizes Explained
Caddies
Caddies
Standard Caddy
Our bespoke white and lilac caddy is the perfect way to keep your infusion fresh.
Contains enough for approximately 40 cups of happiness.
Refill Pouch
Refill Pouch
The refill carton, available in Standard and Large, is a perfect, environmentally friendly way to replenish your Tea Palace Caddies.
Contains enough for approximately 40 cups (Standard) or 60 cups (Large) of one of our infusions.
Sample Caddy
Sample Caddy
Our small sample size caddy weighs 45g and is the perfect way to try a new infusion or multiple different blends.
It contains enough for approximately 10 cups of goodness.
About Imperial Ceylon
Imperial Ceylon is a high-quality black tea produced in the island nation of Sri Lanka, which was formerly known as Ceylon. Ceylon teas are renowned for their brightness, briskness, and a wide range of flavour profiles depending on the specific region and elevation where the tea is grown.
Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, is one of the world's major tea-producing regions. Teas labelled as "Ceylon" are exclusively from this island.
Imperial Ceylon Tea is a black tea, and Ceylon teas are known for their versatility and can be found in various grades, including whole leaf, broken leaf, and fannings. Tea palace Imperial Ceylon is the whole leaf grade.
The elevation at which Ceylon tea is grown can significantly influence its flavor. Teas grown at higher elevations tend to have a more nuanced and delicate character, while those grown at lower elevations may be bolder and more robust.
Our high-quality Ceylon tea is characterized by well-twisted, wiry leaves that unfurl during steeping. The dry leaves may have golden tips, which can indicate a premium quality tea.
The brewed liquor of Imperial Ceylon Tea is typically bright and may range from a golden amber to a deep copper colour, depending on the processing and oxidation levels.
