The Leafies 2024 — Gold Award (United Kingdom)
Conferred by the UK Tea Academy at Fortnum & Mason for exceptional single-origin black tea craft.
Lumbini Tea Valley
Ceylon • Rooted in 1975
Executive Digital Profile
Chaminda Jayawardana
Managing Director
Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon
Rooted in 1975
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Sinharaja Rainforest Region
Estate Heritage
Rooted in 1975 from Sri Lanka’s Sinharaja Rainforest Region
1975
Estate founded as a family enterprise in the Sinharaja rainforest region
Orthodox
Artisanal single-estate orthodox crafting and tender bud selection
Microclimate
Misty mountain slopes and rich biodiverse soils near the virgin forest
Recognized
Internationally celebrated single-estate specialty Ceylon tea profiles
Executive Leadership
Guiding Ceylon Specialty Tea into the Global Spotlight
Managing Director Chaminda Jayawardana engaging international trade delegates during an estate cupping session.
As Managing Director of Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon, Chaminda Jayawardana carries forward a generational commitment to orthodox Ceylon tea manufacturing, rooted in the verdant Sinharaja rainforest region of southern Sri Lanka.
Under his executive direction, Lumbini has cultivated enduring partnerships with discerning tea merchants, international importers, and specialty purveyors across Europe, Asia, and North America. Chaminda oversees estate stewardship and global commerce with a dedication to single-origin purity, sustainable community development, and rigorous leaf standards.
His philosophy bridges generational artisanal traditions with modern quality benchmarks, ensuring that each harvest delivered to international partners reflects the authentic character of the Lumbini terroir.
Artisanal Terroir
The Single-Estate Orthodox Journey
From the mist-shrouded rainforest valleys to the final amber infusion, every stage of creation at Lumbini is guided by uncompromising artisanal discipline.
International Recognition
Verified Honors on the World Stage
World Tea Championship 2025
Global competitive recognition affirming the distinctive character and taste of Lumbini specialty orthodox grades.
Ceylon’s Most Awarded Single-Estate Tea Home
Celebrating continuous domestic and international recognition for artisanal leaf consistency and estate integrity.
Commercial Opportunities
International Trade & HORECA Partnerships
Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon collaborates directly with verified international partners, luxury hospitality groups, and boutique importers seeking bespoke Ceylon specialty lines.
Specialty Importers & Distributors
Direct estate access to single-origin orthodox grades, high-tippy wiry teas, and seasonal micro-lots for global distribution.
Luxury Hospitality & Fine Dining
Curated tea pairing collections, sensory presentation concepts, and bespoke tea ritual training for world-class hotels and fine dining establishments.
Private Reserve & Custom Co-Branding
Exclusive single-estate reserve formulations, luxury gift presentations, and verified origin certifications for premium corporate clients.
Cinematic Heritage
Official Company Profile Film
Direct Communications
Executive & Corporate Contact Hub
Chaminda Jayawardana
Managing Director
Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon
Office Contact
Operational
Lumbini Tea Valley Official Website
www.lumbiniteas.com
Digital Ecosystem