📈 Ceylon Tea Showcased in Los Angeles for International Tea Day 2026

The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Los Angeles and the Sri Lanka Tea Board hosted a special Ceylon tea tasting session on May 21, 2026, to celebrate International Tea Day and strengthen trade ties with the US market. • Event Overview: The program targeted US tea importers, diplomats, media, and enthusiasts to promote the heritage, quality, and sustainability of Sri Lanka's premium tea exports. • Key Highlights: Presentations by Consul General Achini Perera and Minister (Commerce) Rekha Mallikarachchi emphasized the tea industry's vital role in Sri Lanka’s economic framework, global trade, and ethical production practices. • Regional Diversity: An interactive session led by tea taster Pujitha Ubayasiri introduced buyers to the distinct flavor profiles, manufacturing processes, and artisanal gradings across Sri Lanka's seven unique agro-climatic tea-growing regions. • Market Impact: The initiative successfully heightened awareness of authentic Ceylon tea, driving engagement with key US distributors and consumers to foster export growth and diversification.