New Vithanakande Ceylon Black Tea (FFExSp) has made history by entering the Guinness World Records as the most expensive tea ever sold, elevating the global profile of Ceylon Tea.
“This is not just a win for New Vithanakande, but a global spotlight on the unmatched quality, heritage, and craftsmanship of Ceylon Tea,” said Pubudu Gunasekera, COO of New Vithanakande Tea Factory.
He congratulated everyone behind the milestone, calling it a proud moment for Sri Lanka and proof that local excellence can achieve world-class recognition.
The factory has a legacy of record-breaking success, including setting record prices for its OP1 grade tea at the Colombo Tea Auction in 2023 in partnership with TEAPOND, a renowned Japanese tea shop. New Vithanakande has consistently fetched top prices at both local and international auctions, cementing its reputation in premium tea production.
Owned and managed by the M.G. Group of Companies, the factory is led by Chairman Y. C. Weerasena and Director Jayanga Weerasena.
