Around the world - in more than 145 countries - tea comes from Sri Lanka. This small country produces annually more than 305 million kg. the most diverse varieties of tea, accounting for 10% of world production of tea products. The "Lion with a Sword" applied to each package our tea BOS That the Government of Sri Lanka, this ensures that customers bought tea is 100% high quality Ceylon tea packed in Sri Lanka. Foreign importers and manufacturers of tea can not be applied Logo "lion with sword" on their packaging of tea, even if the tea is 100% Ceylon. Brands coated with packaging Logo "lion with sword", meet the quality standards established by the Tea Board of Sri Lanka.
History
The first seeds of tea tree and young tea bushes were brought to Sri Lanka in 1839, the Botanical Garden of Calcutta (India). For the first time tea was planted for commercial production of the Scottish planter, James Taylor, in 1867 - as it turned out, at the right time. The British began to grow coffee in the first half of the 19th century, in addition to the traditional export of spices, already existed on the island. However, by 1869, the small harmful insects that cause disease leaves, destroyed the coffee plantations and the industry collapsed. Archive planter James Taylor also moved under the hospitable roof of the Museum of Tea in Hantane. In order to revive the plantations, the population had no choice, how to replace coffee planting in the tea. Having Loolekondera where Taylor has laid its first commercial plantations, it became a model for the future development of the tea industry, not only in terms of growing tea, but also a model of the first tea factory. Production of Ceylon tea began to develop rapidly during the 1870s and 1880s, which caused a great interest from large British companies began to acquire estates in the property. Thus, from 400 hectares in 1875, the amount of tea plantations increased to 120 000 ha in 1900. Today, plantations occupy around 220 000 hectares, and high mountain plains of the southern regions of the country. Sri Lanka produces mainly black tea, and today the world's largest exporter of tea "Orthodox" (a traditional method of production of tea) with a 20% market share. Around the world - in more than 145 countries - tea comes from Sri Lanka. This small country produces annually more than 305 million kg of tea a variety of grades, which accounts for 10% of world production of tea products.
The manufacturing process of tea
Picking tea leaves
The process of harvesting green tea leaves is called a collection. This work traditionally done by women. They pass between the rows of tea bushes, picking the top two leaves and bud unopened. Collection of leaves is carried out every seven to ten days.
Withering 
Once the leaves on the trucks delivered to the factory, they are laid out for withering, located on the upper floors, allowing the flow of air to circulate freely between the leaves. In the rainy season requires an additional process control withering, which feeds warm air powerful electric fans. Withering process takes 8-10 hours.
Twist
Dried leaves are fed into machines for twisting, located on the first floor. In them there is an influence on the cellular structure of the leaves and the extracted juices and enzymes which impart the characteristic aroma of tea. The result of this stage is to obtain a twisted leaves.
Fermentation
The next step is known as "fermentation" or "oxidation". Twisted tea leaves are again spread out on racks in a cool and humid atmosphere, which for nearly three hours gives them a coppery brown color due to the absorption of oxygen.
Drying
Fermentation finishes at a stage when the tea is passed slowly through the chamber with hot air. This process is called drying. Now the green leaves were reduced in size by about a quarter of its original size, and found the familiar black color. In the production of green tea minuetsya oxidation process, and leaves freshly tested drying or steam or by heating the container in which they are placed.
Sort
The final step is the production, sorting, or "dropout", where tea is divided into various grades, depending on the size of the leaf tea. This is accomplished by passing the dried tea leaves through a vibrating mesh. These varieties have little impact on the quality of tea, but very important in the process of sequential mixing of the product for sale to a potential buyer. After sifting, each grade is weighed and packed separately for dispatch to Tea Auction.
To obtain 1 kg. Black tea should be 4.5 kg. green leaf. The main varieties of tea produced in Sri Lanka for commercial purposes:
Pekoe - twisted leaves, giving the weak tea with a delicate flavor and aroma.
Orange Pekoe - Tea from the ruptured leaf and leaf buds with a mild taste and aroma.
BP1 Broken Pekoe 1 - granulated tea prepared on a "cut", "break", "twist". The round smooth granules which, when tea leaves give a strong tea with a pronounced flavor.
PF1 Pekoe Fannings 1 - fine granules. Strong drink is ideal for packaging in bags.
BOP1 Broken Orange Pekoe 1 - twisted broken leaf, mostly from the plains, gives a mild hop aroma.
BOPF Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings - Highland tea smaller than BOP, the sheet. It has a stronger flavor than a thief.
FBOPF Ex. Sp Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings Extra Special - single sheet with a variety of "TIPS". Great smooth taste with the aroma of caramel.
FBOPF1 Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings 1 - bought medium plain tea, strong and sweet taste.
Dust - Tea "baby." It provides optimal tea fortress. Ideal for commercial use.
Silver Tips - Selected leaf buds, acquires the drying with velvety silver. Gourmet flavored tea with mystical healing properties.
Gun Powder - Green tea is made by special technology on the Chinese calcination pan. Sencha green tea is made by Japanese technology evaporation. We drink a delicate flavor and "Japanese" character.
Terms of tea 
Tea - one of the greatest pleasures of life. It improves mood, perception and blood pressure. Always use a high quality Ceylon tea and store it in an airtight container. Never store tea along with other sharp-smelling foods and flavors. For brewing using freshly boiled water (preferably water from natural sources with the least content of minerals). Never use previously boiled water that is boiled for a long amount of time. Brew tea should be, when the water level reached almost boiling. Long boiling water does not give the taste of the tea due to lack of oxygen. Pre-warm the teapot and the rest of the dishes used for brewing tea, hot water. Use one teaspoon of tea leaves per person, and one on the kettle, or one tea bag per person. Let the tea brew for 3 to 5 minutes to bring out its flavor and strength. Stir tea kettle before pouring it into the cup. If you drink milk tea - first pour the milk into the cup.
In Sri Lanka, six agro-climatic zones of cultivation of tea, and each of them is able to offer a variety of connoisseurs of tea variations of its properties to meet their exacting taste:
Nuwara Eliya (height 2000 m. above sea level). Aromas of cypress trees, wild mint and eucalyptus wrap tea bushes, adding a particular flavor to the characteristic taste of tea. Bright tone welding tells tea is very soft, neterpky, and with the addition of ice turns into a refined and refreshing drink.
Uda Pussellava. It has a delicate flavor of medium strength.
Dimbula (altitude 1050-1650 m. above sea level). Monsoons and cool climate give the drink the bright taste, ranging from delicate to rich with an average strength.
Uva (height 900 - 1500 m. above sea level). Used for a variety of blends, each standing out different facets of his character.
Candy (height 600 - 120 m. above sea level). Saturated pronounced. Ideal for lovers of good taste and rich tea. A milk - just a delight!
Ruhuna (elevation 600 m. above sea level). Special soil conditions give Ruhuna tea leaf characteristic tartness and a special taste, fully revealed when brewed. Perfect choice for fans of colorful tea with a hint of sweetness.
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