Origin

Sri Lanka

Retaining the famous "Ceylon" brand, Sri Lanka is a bastion of orthodox tea manufacturing. It is a top global exporter, with teas strictly graded by altitude. Profiles range from the…

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Moragalla Oolong Tea from Sri Lanka is the embodiment of a unique terroir, where salty sea breezes and fertile soil of ocean-side plantations create an unparalleled roasted, spicy taste and a coppery infusion. This exclusive oolong, selected by Teemaailm experts for true connoisseurs in Estonia, offers a deep dive into the world of high-quality tea.

Moragalla’s dry leaves have a characteristic twist and a dark hue, exuding a subtle aroma with notes of caramel and a light marine freshness. When brewed using the gongfu method, the tea reveals its full beauty. The infusion acquires a rich coppery-red color, and its texture becomes oily and enveloping. The aroma is complex and multifaceted: it intertwines shades of roasted nuts, sweet spices, and a light iodine tone, reminiscent of the ocean’s proximity.

Moragalla Oolong Tea Organoleptics

The taste of Moragalla is dense, balanced, with pronounced spicy notes that harmoniously combine with a light sweetness and a characteristic “marine” saltiness. The aftertaste is long, warming, with a pleasant astringency and a subtle hint of dried fruits. Each infusion opens new facets of this amazing beverage, allowing you to enjoy its evolution. Teemaailm is proud to present this pearl of Sri Lanka, offering not just tea, but a whole story in every cup.

The Moragalla plantations are located on the picturesque coast of Sri Lanka, where tea bushes absorb the energy of ocean breezes and the unique soil composition, enriched with marine minerals. There are no usual mountain mists here, but there is humid, salty air that gives the leaves a special density and richness. Legend has it that it was in these places that locals first discovered how sea salt affects the taste of tea leaves, making them unusually aromatic and profound. This terroir gives the tea its unique character.

🍵 Utensils: Use a gaiwan or a clay teapot with a volume of 100-150 ml.
🌡️ Water temperature: 90-95°C.
⚖️ Amount of tea leaves: 5-7 grams per 100 ml of water.
💧 Rinse: Discard the first infusion (5-10 seconds); it “awakens” the tea.
⏱️ Subsequent infusions: Start with 15-20 seconds, increasing the time by 5-10 seconds with each new infusion. Withstands up to 7-9 infusions.