This tea's unique spindle-shaped leaves are crafted from delicate, unfurled leaf buds picked before the buds open and lose their silvery down. Ceylon Silver Tips is a mélange of honey and fruit reminiscent of a fine pinot. Excellent for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. You can be sipping this world-class tea for under 25 cents a cup. Located in the Matara tea district, Kiruwanaganga Estate sits near the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The pristine air quality and lushness of the forest, are ideal for tea plants. The tea factory was the first in the country to achieve ISO22000 certification for safe, high-quality, sustainable, and ethical manufacturing. Features: Deep, full flavor and smooth finish Great value Cupping Notes: Taste: wild honey and caramel Bouquet: molasses, melon Body: full Liquor: golden brown Brewing Technique: Steep: 3-4 minutes Leaf Amount: 3 grams per cup Water Temp: 190° F (90° C) 3-4 infusions Ingredients: black tea
