In short: Blairlomond Tea Estate is a black tea producer located on Madulla Road, Sri Lanka, at 903 metres elevation, operated by Hapugastenne Plantations.
Blairlomond Tea Estate is a black tea producer situated on Madulla Road in Sri Lanka's central highlands, at an elevation of 903 metres. The estate is operated by Hapugastenne Plantations and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. No public records identify downstream buyers for its output.
Terroir & Climate
At 903 metres above sea level, Blairlomond sits within the mid-elevation band of Sri Lanka's tea-growing zones, positioned at approximately 7° north latitude. Estates at this elevation typically experience a climate characterised by moderate diurnal temperature variation and regular rainfall distributed across two monsoon seasons, conditions that generally favour steady vegetative growth throughout much of the year.
Mid-grown Ceylon teas from altitudes in this range tend to develop a balance between the briskness associated with low-elevation leaf and the refinement found at higher elevations. The warm, humid conditions common to this latitude and altitude typically promote relatively rapid leaf maturation, which can influence both yield patterns and the biochemical profile of the harvested flush.
Tea Produced
Blairlomond produces black tea. Mid-grown Ceylon blacks from estates at similar elevations generally yield a cup with moderate body and a balance of briskness and smoothness, often exhibiting a copper-to-reddish liquor. Teas from this altitude band tend to be versatile in blending and are frequently valued for their consistency and medium strength, though specific cup character will vary with season, processing choices, and leaf grade.
Operator
Hapugastenne Plantations operates Blairlomond and is recorded as managing one other estate in this directory. The company's portfolio suggests a focused presence within Sri Lanka's regional plantation sector, though detailed public information on its overall scale and market strategy remains limited.
Certifications & Ethics
Blairlomond holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that requires member estates to meet standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. ETP certification signals to buyers that the estate has undergone independent assessment against these criteria and commits to ongoing monitoring and improvement, providing a degree of supply-chain assurance in areas such as wage practices, working conditions, and pesticide management.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Blairlomond Tea Estate lies at 7.0194, 80.9213 in Madulla Road, Sri Lanka. Its 903 m elevation is the 118th highest of 421 estates we map in Sri Lanka. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Maturata Plantations, Ragalla Group — 7.2 km away · Nuwara Eliya District
- MAHA UVA TEA FACTORY — 9.2 km away · WALAPANE
- Concordia Tea Estate — 10 km away · Kandapola
- Malwatte Valley Plantations, Sarina Group, Sarnia Plaiderie — 11 km away · Uva Province
- High Forest Tea Estate — 11 km away · Dudley Senanayake Mawatha
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Blairlomond Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Blairlomond Tea Estate (903 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Blairlomond Tea Estate recorded 2,658 mm in 2025, 9% more than the 2,433 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Tea Estate | Cherambadi, India | 903 m | 2,378 mm | 26.4 °C |
| CHAWANI | Thyolo, Malawi | 906 m | 1,525 mm | 24.1 °C |
| Elpitiya Plantations, Nayapane | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 896 m | 3,261 mm | 25.0 °C |
| Yuillefield Tea Estate | Western Province, Sri Lanka | 895 m | 3,346 mm | 24.8 °C |
| Kasembereka Tea | Thyolo- Makwasa Road, Malawi | 891 m | 1,655 mm | 24.4 °C |
Blairlomond Tea Estate Compared with Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Blairlomond Tea Estate is drier than 72% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 72% of the others by elevation; cooler than 67% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Blairlomond Tea Estate 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 | Blairlomond Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 903 m | 290 m | 6 to 1,962 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,658 mm | 3,080 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 26.7 °C | 28.8 °C | 18.9 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.2 °C | 21.8 °C | 12.4 to 24.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Blairlomond Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Blairlomond Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,658 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (691 mm) and the driest was July (78 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.7 °C and overnight lows 18.2 °C over the year; September was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,658 mm |
| Wettest month | November (691 mm) |
| Driest month | July (78 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blairlomond Tea Estate located?
Blairlomond Tea Estate is in Madulla Road, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 7.0194, 80.9213, at an elevation of about 903 metres.
Who operates Blairlomond Tea Estate?
Blairlomond Tea Estate is operated by Hapugastenne Plantations, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Blairlomond Tea Estate produce?
Blairlomond Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Blairlomond Tea Estate hold?
Blairlomond Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Blairlomond Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,658 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (691 mm).
How does Blairlomond Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Blairlomond Tea Estate recorded 2,658 mm in 2025, 9% more rain than the 2,433 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].
