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Ceylon tea from Sri Lanka, is often acclaimed as the best tea in the world. It has its inherent unique characteristics and reputation that date back more than a century. The influence of climatic conditions of its plantation allows for a variety of flavors and aromas, synonymous with quality of the final product.

Sri Lanka is the 3rd largest tea producing country in the world; it is also one of the largest exporters of the product -fulfilling approximately 20% of global demand. The Tea cultivating industry in Sri Lanka has always been a vital component of the overall Sri Lankan economy. The Sri Lankan tea sector employs approximately one million people into this industry, thus also contributing significantly to the country's Gross Domestic Product as well as government revenue.

The total extent of land under tea cultivation has been assessed at approximately 187,400 hectares. Tea production is year round phenomenon and cultivation is usually concentrated in the central highlands and the southern inland areas of the island. Ceylon tea consists of a combination of distinctive, fine, rich yet mellow flavor, bright and golden color that appeals to tea drinkers through out the world.

High grown teas from Sri Lanka are well known for their taste and aroma. The two types of seasonal tea are produced in the areas known as Dimbula and Nuwara Eliya. These teas are much sought after by blenders in tea importing countries. The medium grown teas provide a thick coloury variety which are popular in Australia, Europe, Japan and North America.

Timeless Teas, due to its success, was Spun out in 2002 from its parent company www.lankagems.com , which has been an e-commerce store since November of 1998. The owner, Y. M. Salie, is a product of five generations of merchants who have been trading in the finest Gemstones, Jewelry, spices and tea that Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon) has to offer. To allow our customers to taste and sample our products, they may visit Timeless Tea’s show room store is at 85 Newbury Street, 2nd Floor Boston MA 02461. Ysuff Salie also visits Ceylon and other tea producing centers in the world, three times a year to ensure high quality in tea freshness, flavor, and taste.

We are now proud to present to you one of the finest collections of teas and tea related products, from around the world, for you to shop on line or by visiting our showroom.

Ysuff Salie, Third Generation Owner
Haleema Salie, Co-owner
Afkham Salie, Marketing Director

 

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