🏆 Lumbini Tea Valley Secures Global Titles at Leafies UK

Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon has achieved significant international recognition at the prestigious 'The Leafies International Tea Awards' 2026, held at Fortnum & Mason, United Kingdom. The estate's signature 'Singharaja Wiry Tips' has now reached a milestone of 44 international awards. • Global Honors: • Winner: Best of All Black Teas (Best in Show). • Winner: Best Ceylon Black Tea. • Highly Commended: 'Lumbini Screw Buds' (Innovative category). • Product Specification: • Grade: FBOPF EX SP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings Extra Special). • Characteristics: Golden-tipped wiry leaves with a profile influenced by the adjacent UNESCO World Heritage Singharaja Rainforest. • Economic & Sector Impact: • Tea Exports: This success reinforces Sri Lanka's position in the premium global tea market, focusing on high-value specialty teas rather than bulk commodities. • Livelihoods: The operation is supported by 1,800 smallholder tea farmers supplying high-quality green leaf, critical for rural employment in the Ruhuna region. • Sustainability: The brand's proximity to the Singharaja forest emphasizes the link between environmental conservation and the unique terroir of Ceylon tea. _Source: Based on news reports dated January 19, 2026._