In short: Milima (also known as Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) is a black tea estate at 2,010 metres in Kericho, Kenya, operated by James Finlay Kenya Ltd and recorded as supplying Morrisons.
Milima—also referred to as Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea—is a black tea estate situated at 2,010 metres in the Kericho region of Kenya. The estate is operated by James Finlay Kenya Ltd, a company with a substantial presence in the Kenyan tea sector, and is on record as a supplier to Morrisons, the UK supermarket chain.
Terroir & Climate
At 2,010 metres, Milima occupies a high-altitude position within Kericho, one of Kenya's principal tea-growing districts. Estates at this elevation typically experience cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation than those closer to sea level, conditions that tend to slow vegetative growth and allow for a more gradual accumulation of compounds in the leaf. The equatorial latitude means day length remains relatively constant throughout the year, while the altitude moderates what would otherwise be consistently warm conditions.
Kericho's climate is generally characterised by reliable rainfall distributed across two rainy seasons, which supports year-round plucking in many estates. The volcanic soils common to the region are typically well-drained and acidic, traits that tend to favour Camellia sinensis cultivation. At this elevation, morning mists are frequent, contributing to the ambient humidity that often benefits leaf quality in high-grown teas.
Tea Produced
Milima produces black tea. Kenyan black teas from high-altitude estates in Kericho are typically processed as CTC (cut, tear, curl) for the commodity and branded retail markets, though some estates also produce orthodox-grade leaf. Teas from this elevation and region generally yield a brisk, full-bodied cup with good colour and a clean, malty character. The combination of altitude and equatorial sunlight tends to encourage teas with pronounced strength and a degree of astringency that suits blending for breakfast-style infusions.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Milima is recorded as a supplier to Morrisons, one of the United Kingdom's major supermarket groups. This connection places the estate within a supply chain serving the mainstream retail tea market, where Kenyan black tea is valued for its consistency, strength, and blending versatility. Supply to a large British retailer reflects both the estate's ability to meet volume and quality standards and the continued importance of Kenya as a source for everyday black tea in the UK market.
- Recorded supplier to Morrisons
Operator
The estate is operated by James Finlay Kenya Ltd, a longstanding participant in Kenyan tea production and a subsidiary of the wider James Finlay group. In addition to Milima, the company operates six other estates recorded in our directory, underlining its role as one of the larger estate operators in the country. This scale typically confers advantages in processing infrastructure, access to buyers, and the ability to maintain agronomic and quality-control standards across multiple sites.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) lies at -0.3689, 35.2863 in Kericho, Kenya. Its 2010 m elevation is the joint 7th highest of 44 estates we map in Kericho. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Changana (Changana Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- Kitumbe (Kitumbe Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- BONDET (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) — under 1 km away
- Bureti Tea Company Ltd, Kalyet Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- CHEBOSWA — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea)
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) (2,010 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more than the 1,737 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Studio | Kattabettu, India | 2,010 m | 1,405 mm | 19.9 °C |
| Nyankoba Tea Factory | Kenya, Kenya | 2,012 m | 754 mm | 24.1 °C |
| Marybong Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 2,016 m | 2,294 mm | 17.7 °C |
| GACHEGE | Kenya, Kenya | 2,003 m | 1,455 mm | 19.8 °C |
| Hubei Wuhan Jiarun Huiming Tea Co., Ltd. | Yongde County, China | 2,002 m | 2,779 mm | 19.9 °C |
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) Compared with Kericho
In Kericho, Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) is drier than 81% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) against the 43 other estates we map in Kericho, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,010 m | 2,010 m | 1,836 to 2,437 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,984 mm | 1,984 mm | 1,021 to 1,984 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C | 22.4 °C | 20.5 to 25.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C | 11.8 °C | 9.7 to 12.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea)’s coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was October (286 mm) and the driest was February (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.4 °C and overnight lows 11.8 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,984 mm |
| Wettest month | October (286 mm) |
| Driest month | February (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) located?
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) is in Kericho, Kenya, at coordinates -0.3689, 35.2863, at an elevation of about 2010 metres.
Who operates Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea)?
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) is operated by James Finlay Kenya Ltd, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) produce?
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) as supplying Morrisons.
How much rain does Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in October (286 mm).
How does Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Milima (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more rain than the 1,737 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].