In short: Sripur Tea Garden is a black tea estate in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, operated at an elevation of 18 metres above sea level.
Sripur Tea Garden is a tea estate located in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, at an elevation of 18 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Sripur Tea Garden and produces black tea. Sylhet, in the north-eastern corner of the country, is the centre of Bangladesh's tea industry, and estates in the region supply both domestic and international markets, though no specific buyers for Sripur Tea Garden are currently recorded in industry databases.
Terroir & Climate
At just 18 metres above sea level, Sripur Tea Garden occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of much of the Sylhet valley. Estates at this elevation in Bangladesh typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with the south-west monsoon bringing heavy rainfall from May through September. The subtropical latitude and minimal altitude tend to promote vigorous vegetative growth and a long cropping season, often extending from March into November or December, though the intensity of the monsoon can occasionally disrupt plucking schedules.
Soils in the Sylhet lowlands are generally alluvial and moisture-retentive, with organic matter replenished by seasonal flooding in some areas. Estates at this elevation do not benefit from the cooler night temperatures and diurnal variation associated with high-grown tea, but the consistent warmth and ample water supply typically support high yields. Shade management and careful plucking discipline are often important to maintain leaf quality in low-elevation gardens, where rapid flush growth can favour quantity over concentration.
Tea Produced
Sripur Tea Garden produces black tea. Estates in Sylhet at low elevations typically yield full-bodied, malty liquors with moderate astringency and a straightforward, robust character. The warm growing conditions tend to favour teas suited to blending and to markets where strength and colour are prized over aromatic complexity. While high-grown teas from other origins often display brisk, nuanced profiles, lowland Bangladesh blacks generally offer reliability, depth and a rounded, smooth finish that performs well in milk-tea preparations and breakfast blends.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Sripur Tea Garden lies at 24.9048, 91.8600 in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Its 18 m elevation is the joint 2nd 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 — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- Khan Tea Garden — under 1 km away
- lalakhal tea estate — under 1 km away
- Malnicherra Tea Garden — under 1 km away
- Monipur Tea Estate — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Sripur Tea Garden
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Sripur Tea Garden (18 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Sripur Tea Garden recorded 3,920 mm in 2025, 70% more than the 2,301 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chanilta | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 18 m | 2,988 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Woodland | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 18 m | 2,837 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Amo tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 19 m | 1,910 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Allynugger Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 17 m | 2,300 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
Sripur Tea Garden Compared with Sylhet
In Sylhet, Sripur Tea Garden is wetter than 59% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 59% of the others by elevation; cooler than 94% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Sripur Tea Garden against the 17 other estates we map in Sylhet, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Sripur Tea Garden | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 18 m | 17 m | 9 to 28 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,920 mm | 3,158 mm | 2,100 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Sripur Tea Garden (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Sripur Tea Garden’s coordinates recorded 3,920 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (783 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.0 °C and overnight lows 20.6 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,920 mm |
| Wettest month | August (783 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sripur Tea Garden located?
Sripur Tea Garden is in Sylhet, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.9048, 91.8600, at an elevation of about 18 metres.
Who operates Sripur Tea Garden?
Sripur Tea Garden is operated by Sripur Tea Garden, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Sripur Tea Garden produce?
Sripur Tea Garden is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Sripur Tea Garden receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,920 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (783 mm).
How does Sripur Tea Garden compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Sripur Tea Garden recorded 3,920 mm in 2025, 70% more rain than the 2,301 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].
