Kahawatte Plantations’ Endane Special BOP 1 wins at Leafies Int’l Tea Academy Award

Endane Estate

Kahawatte Plantations is proud to announce that its Endane Special BOP 1 tea has been Highly Commended at the renowned Leafies International Tea Academy Award 2023. 

The Leafies celebrates the world’s finest loose-leaf teas and brings primary tea producers’ exposure to a global tea-focused market. Endane Special BOP 1 tea stood out among 320 teas from across the globe at Leafies International Tea Academy Award 2023. This accolade is a testament to its commitment to producing the world’s finest loose-leaf teas and the dedication that goes into every cup while promoting sustainable practices in the tea industry. 

Endane Estate, nestled in the picturesque Kahawatte region of the Ratnapura district, has a rich history dating back to 1915. With a sprawling area of 650 hectares and elevations ranging from 230 to 340 meters above sea level, Endane Estate is one of the largest tea estates within the Kahawatte Plantations portfolio.

What makes Endane Estate truly unique is not just the outstanding tea it produces but also its unwavering commitment to sustainability. The Endana Nature Corridor, a three-kilometer-long green link within the estate, is a testament to this commitment. The corridor connects fragmented habitats, specifically the Iharakanda and Walankanda Forest Reserves, fostering ecological restoration and increased biodiversity. This remarkable project, in addition to promoting biodiversity, aims to preserve threatened endemic species of plants and trees. The endeavour also integrates livelihood upliftment programmes to ensure the sustainable use of forest resources and encourage the preservation of forests and home gardens.