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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medium sized black-brownish leaves, of this high grown Ceylon Orange Pekoe Tea, produce a deep amber cup with a brisk, well-rounded, flowery, slightly sweet taste. This is a tea that is comprised of teas from different growing areas, blended together to create a consistent, delicious taste profile year after year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherVeg.png?v=1758209440\" alt=\"\" width=\"157\" height=\"75\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Everest Tea Co.","offers":[{"title":"4 Ounce Tin","offer_id":42795218764002,"sku":"T0002     4TIN","price":11.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":42794819682530,"sku":"T0002     16","price":31.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/products\/cop_xl_c1855c3b-c61d-49c2-a885-9dc8cb497779.jpg?v=1651770811"},{"product_id":"ceylon-small-leaf","title":"Ceylon Small Leaf, Black Tea - WS","description":"\u003cp\u003eSri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, has been providing excellent teas since the mid 1800's and is currently one of the largest tea producing countries in the world. 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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDue to the size of the tea leaf, Ceylon Small Leaf Black Tea brews to a rapid infusion, yielding a deep amber cup with a light, smooth and flowery taste. This is a tea that is comprised of teas from different growing areas, blended together to create a consistent, delicious taste profile year after year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew tea at 212º - steep for 2 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherVeg.png?v=1758209440\" alt=\"\" width=\"157\" height=\"75\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haelssen \u0026 Lyon","offers":[{"title":"4 Ounce Tin","offer_id":42795219321058,"sku":"T0003     4TIN","price":9.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":42794819846370,"sku":"T0003     16","price":23.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/products\/ceylonsmlf_xl_bbb37443-003f-4cef-8f58-c3f4e9b33e9b.jpg?v=1651770818"},{"product_id":"ceylon-kenilworth-estate","title":"Ceylon - Kenilworth Estate, Black Tea - WS","description":"\u003cp\u003eSri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, has been providing excellent teas since the mid 1800's and is currently one of the largest tea producing countries in the world. 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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis well-known estate sits in the foothills of Sri Lanka's western slopes, among lush green highlands and majestic waterfalls. Located in the town of Ginigathena, in the Nuwara Eliya region, at elevations of 1900-2100 feet above sea level, the Kenilworth estate has gained worldwide fame for producing high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe long, wiry, black leaves of this Ceylon Kenilworth Estate tea produce a deep amber cup with an excellent body and a slightly sweet taste. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherVeg.png?v=1758209440\" alt=\"\" width=\"157\" height=\"75\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haelssen \u0026 Lyon","offers":[{"title":"4 Ounce Tin","offer_id":42795266867426,"sku":"T0234     4TIN","price":11.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":42794835509474,"sku":"T0234     16","price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/products\/kenilworth_xl_e7b44f12-5184-4d71-ab9f-8e7f518ef90d.jpg?v=1651771423"},{"product_id":"ceylon-vithanakande-estate","title":"Ceylon - Vithanakande Estate - WS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, has been providing excellent teas since the mid 1800's and is currently one of the largest tea producing countries in the world. 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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis family owned and managed estate is located in the Ratnapura district of Sri Lanka, overlooking the Sinharaja rainforest. Their climate is perfect for growing these slender, black, twisted leaves that produce a light amber cup. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tea is smooth drinking, with complex flavors, and a full body that has a slightly malty taste. 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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated in the western area of Sri Lanka, in the mountainous region of Nuwara Eliya, the Lover's Leap Estate looks down onto the clouds. 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The central highlands of Sri Lanka offer humidity, cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, all of which provide a favorable environment for high quality teas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCeylon teas are best paired with foods such as breakfast meals (breads, eggs, smoked fish, bacon, etc.), light savory foods, meats, eggs, cream cheese, pastries and fruit, to name a few. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis flavorful tea is a blend of teas from the Dimbula region of Sri Lanka, in the lofty mountainous regions in the western part of the central highlands. 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