Take a Perfect Sip From Your Tea Cup by Knowing These 10 Amazing Things About Ceylon Tea

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Sri Lanka has a rich history of tea production that dates back to the 19th century.

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Ceylon tea comes in the form of Low-Grown, Mid-Grown and High-Grown Teas.

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Sri Lanka's tea-growing regions include Nuwara Eliya, Kandy, Uva and Dimbulla.

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Ceylon tea is known for its versatility in flavor.

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Ceylon tea is made from the Camellia sinensis plant, and both black and green teas are produced.

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The term "Orange Pekoe" is often associated with Ceylon tea that refers to the grading of whole tea leaves, with "Orange Pekoe" being one of the highest grades.

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Sri Lanka is one of the world's largest exporters of tea.

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Many tea estates in Sri Lanka offer guided tours to visitors.

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Sri Lanka's tea industry adheres to various quality and sustainability standards.

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Apart from tea, Tea Cake is quite popular in the Nuwara Eliya Region.

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