Premium Ceylon Teas — Ethically Sourced, Master Blended, Shipped Worldwide

Rooted In Purpose, Brewed For
People & The Planet

Rooted In Purpose, Brewed For People & The Planet

Where Every
Cup Tells a
Story.

25+ Countries
reached worldwide
Story of Samley

Samley Teas began with a simple idea — to share the rich taste and timeless charm of Ceylon Tea with the world. Known for its bold flavor and smooth finish, Ceylon Tea is more than just a drink; it's an experience that connects people across cultures.

From the beginning, we have focused on doing things with care and purpose. At Samley Teas, it's not just about selling tea — it's about offering something real, something memorable. Every blend is created with quality in mind, designed to meet the tastes of tea lovers everywhere.

We believe in building trust through consistency, strong values, and thoughtful choices. The Lion Logo on our packs stands as a symbol of authenticity — a promise that what you're enjoying is true Ceylon Tea.

Today, Samley Teas is part of tea moments in over 25 countries. And while we're always moving forward, our heart stays grounded in one simple goal: to keep the spirit of Ceylon Tea alive, one cup at a time.

Our Purpose

Inspire.
Engage.
Thrive.

We exist to do more than move boxes of tea. We exist to inspire healthier choices, engage communities across the entire supply chain, and create conditions where people and nature can genuinely thrive together.

Every decision we make — from sourcing leaf to designing packaging — is filtered through a single question: does this serve people and the planet? When the answer is yes, we move forward. When it isn't, we rethink.

That's not a marketing line. It's the operating philosophy that has guided Samley from our first shipment to our 25th country of export.

"Tea is trust. We honour that in every cup."

Company Profile

Who We
Are.

Samley Teas (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan tea manufacturer and exporter committed to delivering the world's finest Ceylon Tea under strict quality standards. We operate across the full value chain — from sourcing single-origin leaf at altitude to blending, packaging, and distributing finished products globally.


Our portfolio spans premium loose-leaf teas, biodegradable tea bags, wellness blends, and bespoke gift collections — all traceable to certified, ethical origins. We supply retail chains, hospitality brands, specialty tea importers, and direct-to-consumer channels across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.


Samley holds international quality certifications and operates under a governance framework designed to protect workers, smallholder farmers, and the natural ecosystems that make Ceylon Tea possible.

The Leaf Behind the Legend

Why Ceylon Tea Stands Apart

Unique Terroir

Grown between 3,000–8,000 ft above sea level, Sri Lanka's highland climate produces a brightness and complexity found nowhere else on earth.

Protected Origin

The Lion Logo is a government-controlled mark of authenticity — only pure Ceylon Tea, grown and packed in Sri Lanka, can carry it.

Rich in Antioxidants

High-grown black teas carry exceptional levels of polyphenols and flavonoids — compounds linked to cardiovascular health and immunity support.

Naturally Pure

Ceylon tea is grown in an island nation with no land borders — a natural barrier that supports cleaner cultivation with minimal contamination risk.

World-Class Flavour

From the muscatel notes of Nuwara Eliya to the full-bodied richness of Sabaragamuwa — every region offers a distinctive, award-winning cup.

Our People

Tea Is Made by
Human Hands.

More than 60% of our workforce are women — the backbone of Sri Lanka's tea industry for generations. We believe their welfare, dignity, and advancement is not a CSR checkbox; it's core to who we are as a company.

Beyond fair wages, we invest in the lives of our people in ways that matter — healthcare, family security, childcare, and financial participation in the business they help build every day.

Life Insurance for all permanent employees
Comprehensive Medical Cover
On-site Crèche Facility
Profit Sharing Programme
What We Stand For

Our Pillars.

Why Choose Us

Why
Samley?

Nine reasons our partners, buyers, and loyal customers keep choosing Samley — year after year, cup after cup.

01
Certified Authenticity Every product carries the Sri Lanka Tea Board's Lion Logo — the world's most recognised mark of genuine Ceylon Tea quality.
02
Single-Origin Sourcing We work directly with certified highland estates, ensuring full traceability from garden to cup — no blending with unknown origins.
03
Ethical Supply Chain Our sourcing partners are audited for labour standards, fair pay, and safe working conditions — we won't compromise on that.
04
Sustainable Packaging We are transitioning our full range to biodegradable and recyclable materials — because the planet is a stakeholder too.
05
Bespoke Private Label We offer full private-label services — custom blends, exclusive packaging, and white-glove production runs for global retail and hospitality brands.
06
Export-Ready Infrastructure Our facility meets international food safety and export standards — we ship reliably to 25+ countries with full documentation support.
07
Wellness-Forward Range Beyond classic teas, our functional wellness blends address real consumer needs — sleep, immunity, digestion, and calm — using natural Ceylon botanicals.
08
Community Investment We reinvest in the communities that grow our tea — from healthcare to education — because thriving villages produce thriving tea.
09
Long-Term Partnerships We don't chase transactions. We build relationships — with growers, importers, and end consumers — on the foundation of consistency and trust.

1%

Our CSR Pledge

One Percent of Every Sale,
Reinvested in the World We Share.

Samley Teas pledges 1% of annual sales revenue to community development, environmental restoration, and worker welfare programmes across our sourcing regions in Sri Lanka. This isn't a campaign. It's a standing commitment — written into how we operate, not just how we communicate.

What Guides Us

Three Core Values.

Ethics & Compliance

We operate with full transparency across our supply chain. From fair labour standards on the estate to honest labelling on the shelf, ethics is not a policy — it's a practice. We maintain independent audits, worker grievance channels, and zero tolerance for exploitation at any tier of our business.

Mastery

Ceylon Tea is one of the world's most complex agricultural products. We respect that complexity. Our team includes certified tea tasters, experienced blenders, and quality specialists who obsess over every detail — from moisture content at intake to infusion clarity in the final brew. We chase mastery, not shortcuts.

Environment

The highlands that produce Ceylon Tea are among Sri Lanka's most ecologically sensitive landscapes. We work with estates that practice shade-grown cultivation, water-smart irrigation, and soil-regenerative farming. Our packaging transition to biodegradable materials is ongoing — and our carbon footprint reduction targets are on the record.

Quality You Can Trust

Internationally
Certified.

Every standard we hold is a promise we've made — to our partners, our consumers, and the planet. These certifications are not checkboxes; they are commitments we renew every single year.

Sri Lanka Tea Board

Lion Logo — Government-guaranteed authenticity of pure Ceylon Tea origin.

ISO 22000

Food Safety Management System certified across all production processes.

HACCP

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points — proactive food safety at every step.

Rainforest Alliance

Sustainably sourced from estates meeting rigorous environmental and social standards.

Organic Certified

EU & USDA Organic compliant — cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers.

FSSC 22000

Food Safety System Certification — globally recognised benchmark for food manufacturers.