The Story of Ceilao

Our Indian Ocean Island home was named Ceilao in 1505, then Zeylan, next Ceylon and finally Sri Lanka, meaning Resplendent Island. Characterized by a natural profusion of biodiversity, Sri Lanka is home to an ancient civilization with a history of over two millennia. We have welcomed explorers and merchants from every corner of the world. Amongst them, Venetian merchant-adventurer Marco Polo who described Ceylon as, 'for its size, the finest island in the world.'

That acclaim is owed as much to the taste of Sri Lanka's produce as to her extraordinary natural diversity. From the southwestern coastal plains to the central mountainous region and the low-lying northern region, Sri Lanka has extraordinary diversity that is manifest in seven agro-ecological zones that produce the world's finest tea, cinnamon, cashew, rubber and a host of other spices and ayurveda herbs. 

About the Product

A taste of Sri Lanka. Our Perfect Ceylon Breakfast Tea and exotic Turmeric, Coconut and Vanilla with Ceylon Tea in an indulgent gift selection with quills of our luxurious, artisanal Ceylon Cinnamon.

Our Perfect Ceylon Tea is handpicked, and ethically made, expressing the influence of nature in sunshine, soil, rainfall, wind which we honour through the artisanal tradition of teamaking. Cinnamon was amongst the first spices to be traded in the ancient world, and Ceylon Cinnamon - also known as True Cinnamon - is distinctive for its aroma, taste, health benefits, and the ancient art of cinnamon peeling that we honour.

Our Perfect Ceylon Breakfast tea is grown in the Dimbula Valley. It is brisk, bright, and rich in taste - an elegant and invigorating Breakfast Tea that assures a magnificent start to the day. Our Perfect Ceylon Tea with Turmeric, Coconut & Vanilla is a relaxing fusion of tea, spice & the mystical fragrance of vanilla, best enjoyed without any enhancements to truly appreciate the infusion of tea, tropical spices and exquisite flavour.

Our Ceylon Cinnamon, 8 luxurious handmade quills. Each one, peeled and made using techniques passed down over centuries and generations of Cinnamon peelers. 

Tasting Notes & Distinctive Features

Perfect Ceylon Tea with Turmeric, Coconut & Vanilla

Perfect Ceylon Tea with Turmeric, Coconut & Vanilla. A taste of the magical flavours & fragrances of Sri Lanka. Great taste & wellness inspired by nature.

Brew 3 minutes in filtered water or freshly boiled spring water, Stir while brewing. Serve with natural accompaniments, honey, or orange slice  

Perfect Ceylon Breakfast Tea

Magnificent, Single Region Ceylon Breakfast, bright, medium strength with grand elegance. 

Brew 3 minutes in filtered water or freshly boiled spring water, Stir while brewing. Serve with natural accompaniments, honey, mint leaf, orange, or lemon.

Ceylon Cinnamon Quills

Eight luxurious Ceylon Cinnamon Quills, hand-peeled by artisans skilled in the ancient art of cinnamon peeling. Cinnamon has an alluring fragrance with a pleasant floral note. A sophisticated spice with a rich heritage. Use as a natural garnish or stirrer for cocktails, tea & infusions.

Cinnamon is distinctly different from Cassia Cinnamon, a powerful antioxidant, it lends a refined, woody-sweet aroma and flavor to savoury and sweet dishes including meats, breads & desserts. Ceylon Cinnamon is delicious in viennoiserie, pies (especially apple pie) and a natural garnish, stirrer or flavour enhancer for cocktails, teas and other drinks.

Distinctive Features & Pairing

'Cinnamon adds flavour to savoury and sweet dishes including meats and chocolate desserts. Ceylon Cinnamon is fragrant, delicious, and healthy in viennoiserie, pies (especially apple pie) and a natural garnish, stirrer or flavour enhancer for cocktails, teas and drinks.'

Net Weight of Gift Pack

96g