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Malwatte/Welimada
sub district
Plantations
situated in this valley come alive during July to September
when the South West monsoon winds blow. They are huddled
together on a wild and wind swept location sheltered by
the Uva range of mountains. The dehydrating winds bring
about a unique organic change in the tender leaves of the
tea bush, to produce an extraordinary flavour that no other
tea producer can ever hope to yield.
They
produce a strong pungent tea widely used to improve quality
in many blended teas. It satisfies all the requirements
of the connoisseur tea drinker who looks for strength, character
and flavour. The highest burst of flavour is obtained during
August when the monsoon is active.
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Haputale
sub district
Tea
plantations in and around Haputale enjoy strange weather
conditions. They experience long periods of incessant rain
and mist during the monsoon, but a few days of dry windy
weather can completely change the character of the crop
harvested. The arid winds tend to cause on the delicate
leaves of the tea bush a marvel that produces an unusual
quality that is special to this area, and uncommon in other
parts.
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Badulla,
Hali-Ela, Demodara, Passara sub districts
All
these plantations surround the noble mountain of Namunukula
that towers to over 6,000 feet, and this popular landmark
determines the quality levels of the neighbouring estates.
They
generally produce light and mild teas during the pre-season.
When the dry winds blow at the time of the monsoon, the
character of the tea leaves change giving more colour and
strength to their brew, making for a full-bodied cup of
tea.
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Madulsima
The
strong winds originating from the South West arrive at this
point, a spent force, but still capable of transmitting
a certain degree of flavour to the tea. They acquire brightness,
and with sufficient flavour to compensate, it turns out
to be a pleasing drink.
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