Golden London Breakfast

Rediscover breakfast tea through a refined, contemporary lens. Golden London Breakfast is crafted in the acclaimed Lumbini Tea Valley near Sri Lanka’s Sinharaja Rainforest, where mineral rich soils, warm tropical breezes and rainforest humidity create exceptional clarity and natural sweetness in the leaf.

A 2026 Great Taste Award winner, Golden London Breakfast was praised by the judges for its beautiful tippy leaf, bright liquor and lively character. They highlighted its clean, fresh flavour, pleasing firmness and how exceptionally well it takes milk, revealing a rounded cup with enhanced brightness and a smooth finish.

This single origin, artisan rolled loose leaf blend highlights the beauty of low grown Ceylon black tea. Expect floral lift, gentle earthiness and notes of forest honey woven through warm caramel richness. The result is a smooth, expressive cup with bright citrus delicacy and a long, velvety finish that brings a touch of luxury to everyday drinking.

Each leaf is hand plucked at peak freshness and shaped using traditional wooden kithul rollers, a rare orthodox method that enhances aroma, twist and depth of flavour. Lumbini’s dedication to craft and community has earned more than ninety five global awards and is celebrated internationally for its quality and sustainability.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep amber liquor with a warm golden red glow.
Aroma: Floral, lightly earthy and gently honeyed with soft caramel warmth.
Flavour: Rounded and harmonious with floral top notes, brisk, caramel sweetness, gentle earth tones and a bright citrus lift.
Mouthfeel: Smooth, expressive and structured.
Finish: Long, velvety and aromatic with lingering forest honey depth.
With Milk: Creamy, comforting and well rounded.
Black: More nuanced, aromatic and naturally sweet.

Ingredients

100 % Pure Single Origin Ceylon Black Tea
(Lumbini Tea Valley, Sri Lanka)

How to Brew

You can discover our in depth black tea brewing guide to learn how to brew the perfect cup of tea. Use these quick steps to brew the perfect cup:

• 1–2 teaspoons (2–3 g) per cup
• 200 ml of freshly boiled water (100°C)
• Steep 3–5 minutes
• Enjoy black or with milk

For a teapot, use 1–2 teaspoons (2–3 g) per person, 600 ml to 1 l depending on teapot size, plus one extra teaspoon (2 g) for the pot to ensure balance.

For a stronger cup, use a little more leaf and brew for a minute longer. For a lighter cup, reduce the leaf and steep for less time. Feel free to experiment to find the balance that makes your perfect cup.

Why Choose This Tea

• Authentic Sri Lankan tea provenance from the Lumbini Tea Valley
• Hand crafted orthodox loose leaf tea
• Rich low grown terroir with floral lift, caramel warmth and honeyed depth
  
• Award winning artisan production with superior loose leaf black tea quality
• Perfect as a premium breakfast tea or an all day cup
• Supports local communities through Lumbini’s charitable foundation

Production and Leaf Grades

Golden London Breakfast is produced through carefully controlled orthodox processing. Leaves are handpicked at peak freshness, twisted using traditional wooden rollers and naturally oxidised in the oxygen rich valley air. This meticulous craftsmanship creates a beautifully refined tea with deep amber colour, floral elegance and a smooth, honeyed finish.

Wellbeing and Potential Benefits

As a pure black tea, Golden London Breakfast is naturally rich in polyphenol antioxidants and offers a balanced caffeine lift. Many tea drinkers choose high quality Ceylon black tea as a gentler alternative to coffee, appreciating its clarity, structure and zero calorie profile as part of a mindful daily routine.