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The Colombo Tea Room: A Tasting Journey

The Colombo Tea Room: A Tasting Journey

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For long-stay clients in Colombo who don’t have the opportunity to travel to the hill country, our Tea Tasting Experience offers the perfect solution. Hosted at our dedicated tea center in the city, you can join a guided journey through Sri Lanka’s famous tea regions without leaving the capital. Sample a curated flight of premium single-origin teas, from a bold low-grown Ruhuna to a fragrant high-grown Nuwara Eliya, learning to identify their unique characteristics, flavor profiles, and brewing techniques. Discover why Ceylon tea is celebrated worldwide as you explore the subtle differences between elevations, estates, and processing methods. And for those who wish to take the experience home, our center provides a convenient opportunity to purchase your favorite blends directly from the source.

Your tea journey begins in our elegantly appointed tea room, where a knowledgeable tea expert welcomes you into the world of Ceylon tea. You’ll be introduced to Sri Lanka’s tea history, from its colonial origins to its current status as one of the world’s premier tea producers. Seated comfortably, you’ll begin your tasting flight with a selection of premium single-origin teas representing different growing regions and elevations. Starting with robust, full-bodied low-grown teas from Ruhuna, you’ll progress through medium-grown varieties from Kandy and Dimbula, before finishing with delicate, fragrant high-grown teas from Nuwara Eliya and Uva. Your expert guide explains the proper brewing techniques, water temperatures, and steeping times for each variety, while describing how altitude, climate, and processing methods influence flavor profiles. You’ll learn to identify the distinctive characteristics of each region—the bold maltiness of low-country teas, the balanced smoothness of mid-elevations, and the bright, floral notes of high-mountain varieties. Throughout the tasting, you’ll discover fascinating details about tea grading systems, leaf appearances, and what makes Ceylon tea unique in the global market. Before concluding, you’re invited to browse the tea boutique where you can purchase your favorites, along with beautiful tea accessories and gift sets, ensuring you can recreate this experience at home.

What's Included?

  • Tea expert guide
  • Curated flight of premium single-origin Ceylon teas
  • Photography opportunities
  • Water bottle

What to Wear?

  • Comfortable casual attire
  • No specific dress code required
  • Smart casual recommended

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