In short: Avissawella Tea Factory is a Sri Lankan black tea producer operating at 23 metres altitude on Free Trade Zone Rd, distinguished by its Ethical Tea Partnership certification.
Avissawella Tea Factory is a tea-producing facility located on Free Trade Zone Rd in Sri Lanka, operating at an altitude of 23 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Avissawella Tea Factory and produces black tea. Its certification by the Ethical Tea Partnership places it within a framework of independently audited labour and environmental standards.
Terroir & Climate
At 23 metres altitude, Avissawella Tea Factory sits firmly within Sri Lanka's low-grown tea zone, where the tropical lowland climate typically delivers warmer temperatures and higher rainfall throughout much of the year. Estates at this elevation generally experience faster vegetative growth and shorter plucking cycles than their high-grown counterparts, resulting in leaf that tends to develop more quickly and with different biochemical characteristics. The near-equatorial latitude of approximately 6.97°N means minimal seasonal variation in day length, and lowland estates in this band often contend with high humidity and consistent warmth year-round.
Low-grown Sri Lankan teas are generally understood to yield bolder, more robust leaf with stronger colour and body than the delicate, bright character associated with high-elevation Ceylon. The rapid growth encouraged by warmth and moisture in these lowland zones typically translates to larger leaf and a cup profile built on strength and depth rather than aromatic complexity. Estates in this elevation range often supply volume markets where consistency, colour, and bold flavour are prioritised.
Tea Produced
Avissawella Tea Factory produces black tea, the dominant style for Sri Lanka's low-grown zones. Teas from estates at this altitude generally deliver a full-bodied, richly coloured cup with pronounced malty or earthy notes and moderate astringency. The faster leaf maturation typical of lowland growing conditions tends to favour teas that brew dark and strong, often suited to blending, breakfast formats, and markets where robust character and reliable colour are valued over the brisk, floral notes associated with higher elevations.
Operator
The estate is operated by Avissawella Tea Factory, which also operates one other tea estate recorded in our directory. This indicates a modest, focused portfolio within Sri Lanka's diverse production landscape, though the public profile and commercial reach of the operating entity remain limited in available trade records.
Certifications & Ethics
Avissawella Tea Factory holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that requires members to meet independently audited standards on working conditions, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP certification offers third-party assurance of compliance with labour rights and responsible production practices; for workers, it is intended to underpin fair treatment, safe working environments, and mechanisms for grievance and remedy.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Avissawella Tea Factory lies at 6.9671, 80.2100 in Free Trade Zone Rd, Sri Lanka. Its 23 m elevation is the joint 367th highest of 421 estates we map in Sri Lanka. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Sithaka Tea Factory — 1.5 km away · Colombo District
- Pussellawa Plantations, Pambegama — 11 km away · Sabaragamuwa Province
- Bogawantalawa Plantations, Illuktenne — 13 km away · Sabaragamuwa Province
- Kolonna — 15 km away · Sabaragamuwa Province
- Ihala Panapitiya — 17 km away · Sabaragamuwa Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Avissawella Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Avissawella Tea Factory (23 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Avissawella Tea Factory recorded 4,025 mm in 2025, 45% more than the 2,767 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalchand tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 23 m | 1,852 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Sonarupa Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 23 m | 2,948 mm | 30.0 °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 |
| Ruhunuputha | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 23 m | 2,891 mm | 30.4 °C |
Avissawella Tea Factory Compared with Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Avissawella Tea Factory is wetter than 88% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 87% of the others by elevation; warmer than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Avissawella Tea Factory against the 420 other estates we map in Sri Lanka, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Avissawella Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 23 m | 298 m | 6 to 1,962 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 4,025 mm | 3,067 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 28.8 °C | 18.9 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.3 °C | 21.7 °C | 12.4 to 24.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Avissawella Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Avissawella Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 4,025 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (694 mm) and the driest was February (55 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 22.3 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 4,025 mm |
| Wettest month | November (694 mm) |
| Driest month | February (55 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Avissawella Tea Factory located?
Avissawella Tea Factory is in Free Trade Zone Rd, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.9671, 80.2100, at an elevation of about 23 metres.
Who operates Avissawella Tea Factory?
Avissawella Tea Factory is operated by Avissawella Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Avissawella Tea Factory produce?
Avissawella Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Avissawella Tea Factory hold?
Avissawella Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Avissawella Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 4,025 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (694 mm).
How does Avissawella Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Avissawella Tea Factory recorded 4,025 mm in 2025, 45% more rain than the 2,767 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].
