Yala Elephant, named after the wildlife park in the south east of Sri Lanka, is a Ceylon black tea in the Battler Ceylon Elephant range. This is the 200 g carton.
The leaf is OP (Orange Pekoe) grade: long, wiry leaves that open slowly in the pot and give a smooth, rounded cup rather than a sharp one.
In the pack
- 200 g of loose leaf Ceylon black tea, OP grade
- Packed in a printed carton
- Shelf life of 3 years from packing, as stated by the maker
Tasting notes
A clean, gentle cup with a light nutty note and a soft, herbal hint in the finish.
How to brew
- Use one teaspoon (about 2.5 g) of leaf per cup.
- Pour on freshly boiled water.
- Steep for 3 to 5 minutes, then strain.
Serving ideas
Drink it plain to taste the leaf, or add a little milk. It also suits a slice of lemon in the afternoon.
Battler is a Sri Lankan brand of pure Ceylon tea from Maltras International (Pvt) Ltd of Kaduwela, near Colombo.
