In short: Brombil Tea Factory is a low-grown black tea estate located at 12 metres elevation on the Horawela-Pelawatte-Pitigala Road in southern Sri Lanka, operated by Evergreen Plantation Pvt. Ltd.
Brombil Tea Factory is a low-grown tea estate situated at 12 metres above sea level along the Horawela-Pelawatte-Pitigala Road in the southern lowlands of Sri Lanka. The estate is operated by Evergreen Plantation Pvt. Ltd. and produces black tea. No major international buyers have been recorded in publicly available supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At an elevation of just 12 metres, Brombil occupies the warmest and most humid tier of Sri Lanka's tea-growing zones. Estates at this altitude generally experience year-round heat and high rainfall, conditions that tend to promote rapid vegetative growth and frequent plucking cycles. The coastal proximity typical of southern lowland locations often contributes to moisture-laden air and minimal diurnal temperature variation.
Low-grown Sri Lankan teas, particularly those below 600 metres, are generally characterised by vigorous flush and a growing environment that favours yield over the slow maturation associated with high-elevation gardens. The lack of cool nights means that leaf oxidation and fermentation during black tea manufacture tend to proceed quickly, a factor that typically influences body and astringency in the finished cup.
Tea Produced
Brombil produces black tea. Low-grown Sri Lankan blacks from this elevation band are generally full-bodied, brisk and robust, with pronounced strength and colour. Estates in the southern lowlands typically yield teas suited to blending and value-segment packeting, prized for their depth and consistency rather than aromatic complexity. Cupping profiles at this altitude tend to emphasise malty or earthy notes and a forthright, assertive astringency.
Operator
Brombil Tea Factory is operated by Evergreen Plantation Pvt. Ltd., a company that also manages three other tea estates recorded in industry directories. This multi-estate structure is common among mid-tier Sri Lankan plantation operators, allowing for shared infrastructure, centralised quality oversight and economies of scale in processing and logistics.
Certifications & Ethics
Brombil Tea Factory holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that audits labour practices, occupational health and safety, and environmental stewardship on member estates. For buyers, ETP certification offers independent verification of compliance with a common set of social and environmental standards; for workers, it signals that the estate is subject to regular third-party monitoring of wages, housing and conditions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Brombil Tea Factory lies at 6.4041, 80.2175 in Horawela - Pelawatte - Pitigala Rd, Sri Lanka. Its 12 m elevation is the joint 395th highest of 421 estates we map in Sri Lanka. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Thundola Tea Estate — 1.3 km away · B363
- Aruna — 2.9 km away · Western Province
- Renukanda Tea Estate — 4.0 km away · B158
- Athukorala, Athukorala Group — 6.3 km away · Southern Province
- Evergreen Group, Lihiniyawa — 7.6 km away · Western Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Brombil Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Brombil Tea Factory (12 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Brombil Tea Factory recorded 3,642 mm in 2025, 66% more than the 2,195 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameenabad Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 12 m | 2,447 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Amrail Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 12 m | 2,201 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Sungma Tea Estate | Camac Street, India | 12 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| M.K. Shah Exports Ltd. | Justice Dwarkanath Road, India | 12 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Paragodakanda | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 12 m | 2,612 mm | 29.5 °C |
Brombil Tea Factory Compared with Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Brombil Tea Factory is wetter than 75% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 95% of the others by elevation; warmer than 80% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Brombil 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 | Brombil Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 12 m | 298 m | 6 to 1,962 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,642 mm | 3,067 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C | 28.8 °C | 18.9 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.8 °C | 21.7 °C | 12.4 to 24.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Brombil Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Brombil Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 3,642 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (500 mm) and the driest was February (77 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.0 °C and overnight lows 22.8 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,642 mm |
| Wettest month | November (500 mm) |
| Driest month | February (77 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Brombil Tea Factory located?
Brombil Tea Factory is in Horawela - Pelawatte - Pitigala Rd, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.4041, 80.2175, at an elevation of about 12 metres.
Who operates Brombil Tea Factory?
Brombil Tea Factory is operated by Evergreen Plantation Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Brombil Tea Factory produce?
Brombil Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Brombil Tea Factory hold?
Brombil Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Brombil Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,642 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (500 mm).
How does Brombil Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Brombil Tea Factory recorded 3,642 mm in 2025, 66% more rain than the 2,195 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].
