Ceylon Lovers’ Leap OP1

Ceylon Lovers' Leap OP1: High Grown Nuwara Eliya tea

This large leaf grade, high-grown tea from Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka's central highlands. It is the epitome of a classic Ceylon tea to be drunk in the afternoon. Ceylon Lovers' Leap comes from the famous Pedro garden estate, established in 1885. It is located at an altitude between 5000 and 8000 feet, close to one of the highest and most beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka which descends some thirty metres. This medium bodied tea has a mid-size leaf having a beautifully light and fragrant aroma. In the cup it is biscuity and floral with a brisk character; a perfect tea for the afternoon. Use one rounded teaspoon per cup and one for the pot with freshly boiling water and infuse for five minutes. Best without milk.

The name Lovers' Leap arises from a local prince that reputedly fell in love with a local girl of lowly status. His father rejected this match prompting both to leap to their ends from the top of this waterfall. This sad tale belies the joy this tea creates in the drinking!

Tea from Grey's Teas

Our teas are loose leaf and we specialise in large leaf grades. All are made using traditional orthodox methods. Our teas are from named tea gardens or defined areas of origin.

Sourcing our tea

Ceylon Lovers' Leap has been chosen for its distinctive, balanced flavour, aroma and appearance. Our tea is carefully sourced from long-established shippers. We can therefore guarantee the quality and origin of each tea and that it conforms to UK food and drink health regulations and our own demanding grading requirements.

The benefits of loose leaf tea

This loose leaf tea enables the full flavour characteristics of the tea to infuse. This tea is chosen for its high grade which imparts the flavour and aroma characteristics for which this tea is best known. A little extra time is necessary when infusing large leaf grades but you will be rewarded with a superior, more balanced cup. You will be well rewarded for your patience!

Packing options

There are generally several packing options to choose from. These are 60 grams, 125 grams and 250 grams, the default being 125 grams in a packet. Our silver-coloured packets are a triple laminate of paper, foil and cellophane, specifically designed for tea. Alternatively, you can select a tin caddy for your tea. These square, silver coloured caddies have hinged lids. Again, 60 gram, 125 gram and 250 gram options are generally available as options which can be selected from the drop-down list. Packets and caddies have full-colour labels.

Delivery options

For delivery our standard shipping is second class post unless you choose an alternative option such as first class post or courier. Free UK shipping is available for orders over £30 and free first class post can be chosen for orders over £50.

Storing your tea

Store your tea with care by ensuring it is stored air-tight, away from heat, light, moisture and strong aromas. Our standard best-before period is one year from packing and all teas are packed to order.

A guide to our tea

At the checkout you may choose to receive a free, full-colour, eight-page guide to our tea. For more information about buying our loose leaf teas see our page How to Buy the Best Loose Leaf Tea.