The straightforward Ceylon black-tea option, supplied as 25 tea bags.
Dilmah
Single-origin Ceylon tea, made and packed at origin.
A concise five-product edit: classic black tea, Earl Grey and caramel, a ginger-and-honey blend, and 100g of pure green loose-leaf tea.
- Founder
- Merrill J. Fernando
- Launched
- 1985
- Origin
- Sri Lanka
- In stock
- 5
Start with Premium Ceylon Black for the clearest introduction, move to Earl Grey or Caramel for flavour, and choose the loose-leaf green when you want a lighter format.
teas.co.uk tasting desk · Independent buying notes
About Dilmah
Dilmah's official history begins with Sri Lankan tea maker Merrill J. Fernando. The company says the brand launched in 1985 as the first producer-owned tea brand, created around single-origin, unblended Ceylon tea that is made and packed where it grows.
The teas.co.uk edit covers three black-tea choices, one ginger-and-honey product in the fruit and herbal collection, and one pure green loose-leaf tea. Product prices, stock and images are drawn from the live shop.
Range at a glance
- Launched in 1985Dilmah's official history dates the producer-owned Ceylon tea brand to 1985.
- Founded by Merrill J. FernandoThe Sri Lankan tea maker built the family business around tea made and packed at origin.
- Five products in this editThe live teas.co.uk range spans black tea, Earl Grey, caramel, ginger and honey, and green tea.
- Bags and loose leafChoose 20- or 25-bag cartons, or a 100g pack of pure green loose-leaf tea.
- Live shop informationPrices, availability and imagery below are read directly from the WooCommerce catalogue.
Quality with purpose
Dilmah's current official site describes quality, integrity, people and nature as the four parts of its mission, and states that 15% of pre-tax profits is directed toward caring for people and nature. Its named programmes include the MJF Foundation and Dilmah Conservation.
- Tea at originDilmah's founding promise centres on Ceylon tea made and packed in Sri Lanka.
- Family stewardshipThe official history presents the company as a multigenerational family tea business.
- PeopleThe MJF Foundation supports community-focused work described by the brand.
- NatureDilmah Conservation is the company's named environmental programme.
The Dilmah collection
Five live products, with four useful starting points highlighted below.A ginger-and-honey blend listed in the live fruit and herbal collection.
Ceylon black tea with classic bergamot character in 20 tea bags.
The range's loose-leaf choice: 100g of pure Ceylon green tea.
Shop Dilmah
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Dilmah Premium Ceylon Black, 25 Tea Bags 50g
Ceylon black teaSingle origin25 bagsIn stock£0.28/cup · 25 cups£7.00Add to basket -
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Dilmah Ginger and Honey, 20 Tea Bags 30g
GingerHoney20 bagsIn stock£0.34/cup · 20 cups£6.75Add to basket -
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Dilmah Earl Grey, 20 Tea bags 30g
Earl GreyBergamot20 bagsIn stock£0.34/cup · 20 cups£6.75Add to basket -
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Dilmah Ceylon Pure Green Loose Leaf Tea, 100g
Pure green teaLoose leaf100gIn stock£8.00Add to basket -
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Dilmah Caramel Tea, 20 Tea Bags 30g
CaramelCeylon black tea20 bagsIn stock£0.30/cup · 20 cups£6.00Add to basket
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Dilmah: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dilmah?
Dilmah is a Sri Lankan family tea company launched in 1985 by Merrill J. Fernando. Its official history describes it as the first producer-owned tea brand.
Which Dilmah teas can I buy here?
teas.co.uk currently stocks 5 Dilmah products: Premium Ceylon Black, Earl Grey, Caramel, Ginger and Honey, and Ceylon Pure Green Loose Leaf.
Does this Dilmah range include loose-leaf tea?
Yes. Dilmah Ceylon Pure Green Loose Leaf Tea is supplied in a 100g pack; the other four live products use tea bags.
How many tea bags are in each Dilmah box?
Premium Ceylon Black contains 25 tea bags. Caramel, Earl Grey, and Ginger and Honey each contain 20 tea bags.
Where can I check ingredients and allergens?
Open the individual product page and check the latest pack, ingredients and allergen information before ordering, especially if you have an allergy or intolerance.
