In short: Sonarupa Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operated by Sonarupa Tea Estate with a workforce of 945.
Sonarupa Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at an elevation of 23 metres. The estate is operated by Sonarupa Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 945. No publicly recorded buyer relationships or certifications are currently documented for the estate.
Terroir & Climate
At 23 metres above sea level, Sonarupa occupies low-lying terrain typical of Bangladesh's tea-growing belt in the Moulvibazar region. Estates at this elevation generally experience the warm, humid conditions of the subtropical floodplain, with heavy monsoon rainfall and minimal diurnal temperature variation. These conditions tend to promote vigorous vegetative growth and year-round flush cycles, though the lack of altitude means estates in this zone do not typically benefit from the slower maturation and concentrated aromatics associated with high-grown teas.
The latitude of approximately 24.6°N places Sonarupa in a monsoon-influenced climate where the growing season is often shaped by the summer rains and a cooler, drier winter dormancy. Low-elevation gardens in this region typically contend with high soil moisture and the need for effective drainage management. The combination of warmth, moisture, and fertile alluvial soils generally supports high yields, though the cup character tends to reflect the rapid growth cycle typical of plains tea.
Tea Produced
Sonarupa produces black tea. Estates in Moulvibazar at low elevation typically yield full-bodied, malty liquors with robust, straightforward character. The warm, humid growing conditions tend to favour teas with strength and colour over the more delicate, aromatic profiles associated with higher altitudes. Bangladesh teas from this region are often used in blends where body and briskness are valued, though specific tasting notes for Sonarupa itself are not publicly documented.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Sonarupa Tea Estate lies at 24.6018, 92.1817 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 23 m elevation is the 8th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Atiabagh Tea Estate — 3.6 km away
- Dhamai Tea Estate — 3.8 km away
- Dilkhusha Tea Estate — 6.9 km away
- Kapnapahar Tea Estate — 6.9 km away
- Phooltullah Tea Factory — 6.9 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Sonarupa Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Sonarupa Tea Estate (23 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Sonarupa Tea Estate recorded 2,948 mm in 2025, within 5% of the 2,983 mm average across these estates, so altitude explains most of its rainfall.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalchand tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 23 m | 1,852 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kayu Aro | Jambi, Indonesia | 23 m | 4,698 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Shogyoken Seicha Co Ltd | 54 Kusauchi Miyanogo Kyotanabeshi, Japan | 23 m | 1,448 mm | 21.4 °C |
| Avissawella Tea Factory | Free Trade Zone Rd, Sri Lanka | 23 m | 4,025 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Ruhunuputha | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 23 m | 2,891 mm | 30.4 °C |
Sonarupa Tea Estate Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Sonarupa Tea Estate is wetter than 89% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 91% of the others by elevation; cooler than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Sonarupa Tea Estate against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Sonarupa Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 23 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,948 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.3 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Sonarupa Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Sonarupa Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,948 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (553 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.0 °C and overnight lows 20.3 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,948 mm |
| Wettest month | July (553 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sonarupa Tea Estate located?
Sonarupa Tea Estate is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.6018, 92.1817, at an elevation of about 23 metres.
Who operates Sonarupa Tea Estate?
Sonarupa Tea Estate is operated by Sonarupa Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Sonarupa Tea Estate produce?
Sonarupa Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Sonarupa Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,948 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (553 mm).
How does Sonarupa Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Estates at a similar elevation recorded about 2,983 mm of rain in 2025, close to the 2,948 mm at Sonarupa Tea Estate.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
