In short: Ali Bahar Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, operating at 14 metres above sea level.
Ali Bahar Tea Estate is a tea production site located in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 14 metres above sea level. The estate is operated under the name Ali Bahar Tea Estate. No downstream buyers are currently recorded in publicly available supply‑chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 14 metres elevation, Ali Bahar sits within the low‑lying plains characteristic of much of Bangladesh's tea‑growing landscape. Estates at this altitude in Sylhet typically experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with distinct monsoon and dry seasons. The combination of high temperatures, ample rainfall during the wet months, and fertile alluvial soils generally supports vigorous vegetative growth, though the lack of elevation means that estates in this band do not benefit from the cooler night temperatures and slower maturation cycles often associated with high‑grown teas.
Sylhet's geographic position in the northeast of Bangladesh places it in a region with high annual precipitation, particularly during the monsoon period from May through September. Estates at similar elevations in this area tend to produce flush cycles that respond rapidly to rainfall, with plucking seasons extending across much of the year in favourable conditions. The warm, moisture‑retentive environment typical of low‑altitude Sylhet gardens often encourages full oxidation processing, which aligns with the estate's focus on black tea production.
Tea Produced
Ali Bahar Tea Estate produces black tea. Estates in Sylhet operating at low elevations such as this typically yield full‑bodied liquors with malty or earthy base notes, reflecting the vigorous growth and complete oxidation common to warm, humid growing conditions. Teas from this altitude band in Bangladesh generally offer straightforward, robust character suited to blending and everyday consumption, though cup profile will vary with clone material, processing technique, and seasonal flush.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Ali Bahar Tea Estate lies at 24.9583, 91.8707 in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Its 14 m elevation is the 15th highest of 18 estates we map in Sylhet. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Chandobag Tea estate Factory — 6.1 km away · Moulvibazar
- Khan Tea Garden — 6.1 km away
- lalakhal tea estate — 6.1 km away
- Malnicherra Tea Garden — 6.1 km away
- Monipur Tea Estate — 6.1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Ali Bahar Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Ali Bahar Tea Estate (14 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Ali Bahar Tea Estate recorded 3,794 mm in 2025, 40% more than the 2,717 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhamai Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,869 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Dilkhusha Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,869 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou | 218 Ti Yu Chang Road, China | 14 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Talapoya Tea Estate | Cherooty Road, India | 14 m | 3,550 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Sarnia Estate | No.280 Dam St, Sri Lanka | 14 m | 2,828 mm | 29.8 °C |
Ali Bahar Tea Estate Compared with Sylhet
In Sylhet, Ali Bahar Tea Estate is wetter than 53% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 82% of the others by elevation; the warmest of the 18 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Ali Bahar Tea Estate against the 17 other estates we map in Sylhet, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Ali Bahar Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 14 m | 17 m | 9 to 28 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,794 mm | 3,158 mm | 2,100 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C | 30.0 °C | 29.8 to 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Ali Bahar Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Ali Bahar Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,794 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (753 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.3 °C and overnight lows 20.5 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,794 mm |
| Wettest month | August (753 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ali Bahar Tea Estate located?
Ali Bahar Tea Estate is in Sylhet, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.9583, 91.8707, at an elevation of about 14 metres.
Who operates Ali Bahar Tea Estate?
Ali Bahar Tea Estate is operated by Ali Bahar Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Ali Bahar Tea Estate produce?
Ali Bahar Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Ali Bahar Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,794 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (753 mm).
How does Ali Bahar Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Ali Bahar Tea Estate recorded 3,794 mm in 2025, 40% more rain than the 2,717 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
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].
