About the World's Finest Tea Company!
Since its founding in 1974 by Merrill J. Fernando, Dilmah has become a symbol of quality and tradition in the world of premium tea. Carefully cultivated and handpicked in Sri Lanka, Dilmah’s tea leaves bring authentic and unique flavors to every cup. Thanks to its commitment to excellence, Dilmah exports to over 100 countries, serving luxury hotels, airlines, fine dining restaurants, and tea enthusiasts around the globe.
Dilmah Tea Harvesting Stages
· Hand-Picking: Only the top two leaves from each plant are picked to ensure quality.
· Withering: Leaves are air-dried for 8 hours.
· Rolling: Leaves are rolled to release essential enzymes.
· Oxidation: Leaves are exposed to oxygen, turning a coppery brown.
· Heat Drying: Leaves are dried with hot air to become black.
· Sorting & Grading: Leaves are sifted and classified by particle size.
Dilmah’s Commitment to Quality
· Hand-Picking: Ensures taste and shape remain consistent.
· Eco-Friendly Practices: Producing ozone-friendly tea.
· Freshness: Packed just days after harvest.
· Craftsmanship: Grown in Sri Lanka and traditionally prepared.
· Variety: Offering a diverse range of premium teas.
Tea Cultivation
Every Dilmah product is grown under ideal conditions, with each tea plant carefully studied to match optimal altitudes and environments—some as high as 5,000 meters above sea level—delivering an exceptional tea experience.
Dilmah Tea Varieties
· Economy Range: Provides excellent quality at an affordable price for those seeking a unique product.
· Luxury Range: For those desiring the finest tea; only the top two leaves of the plant are hand-selected, with silk used for optimal water flow.
· Loose Leaf Luxury Range: For enthusiasts who craft tea to their specifications; top leaves are handpicked individually for optimal quality.
Tea in Cafés
· Luxury Cafés: Serve an exceptional tea experience with Dilmah.
· Specialty Cafés: Select the best tea leaves for consistent quality and aroma.
· Airlines, Luxury Lounges, and Hotels: Choose Dilmah, the world’s premium tea.
Try Dilmah Today
Discover the premium Dilmah tea experience, renowned for authenticity and high quality. Enjoy the finest Sri Lankan teas available in the world’s top hotels and restaurants. Try Dilmah today for an exceptional tea experience. Click here.
Top-Selling Dilmah Products:
2. Dilmah Single Estate Ceylon.
3. Estate Darjeeling.
7. Young Hyson.
Prices vary by category.