
Dilmah Seasonal Flush Very Special Rare Tea, Loose Tea 100g
What is the Dilmah Seasonal Flush?
Dilmah’s Seasonal Flush teas are quite simply the most exclusive of all teas, and a true tea connoisseur’s dream.
The concept of the rare Seasonal Flush with traceability was initiated by Dilmah in 2007 under the discerning eye of our late founder Merrill J. Fernando. It is an important validation of our uniqueness as tea growers in a category that is dominated by traders and commoditisation. The story behind the tea and its distinctive taste and character are key in connecting Dilmah with the passion and artisanship we value.
Seasonal Flush teas are a decree of Mother Nature, she decides how weather patterns ebb and flow to influence the growing of tender tea leaves to develop their distinct flavour profile. Grown and harvested only when nature allows, each flush captures the nuanced character of its origin, offering a luxurious taste journey for tea lovers. These rare and exquisite teas, guided by tradition and innovation, embody Dilmah’s commitment to authenticity and excellence, appealing to premium tea aficionados seeking an unparalleled tea experience.
Only 14 Seasonal Flush teas have been discovered and launched to the world, with the last being in 2020. On several occasions, the Seasonal Flush has been cancelled for want of proper weather conditions – such is our insistence on perfection and allegiance to nature. This year’s Uva Seasonal Flush will be the 15th.
Sri Lanka is blessed with two distinct weather systems affecting the tea country at different times. The resulting Dimbula and Uva Seasonal Teas, though rare, are said to be chief amongst the reasons why Ceylon Tea was always considered to be the finest in the world. They are unique in taste, and embody the sense of place and time – terroir in tea – perfectly. Within these seasons appears the phenomenon of the Seasonal Flush.