In short: Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is a low-grown black tea estate in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, operated by Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne and known to supply Finlays.
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is a black tea estate located in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 26 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major tea trader and packer.
Terroir & Climate
At 26 metres elevation, Hapugastenne sits firmly within Sri Lanka's low-grown tea zone, where warm, humid conditions and minimal diurnal temperature variation typically characterise the growing environment. Estates at this altitude generally experience year-round production with rapid leaf growth, in contrast to the slower maturation cycles found at higher elevations. The Sabaragamuwa Province, positioned in the wet zone of Sri Lanka, tends to receive substantial rainfall distributed across much of the year, which ordinarily supports vigorous flush cycles.
Low-grown Sri Lankan estates typically yield teas with bolder, more robust leaf character than their high-grown counterparts. The warmer temperatures at this elevation generally encourage faster photosynthesis and leaf expansion, which can influence both the physical structure of the leaf and the concentration of certain biochemical compounds. Estates in this zone often produce teas suited to blending and formats where strength and colour extraction are valued.
Tea Produced
Hapugastenne produces black tea. Low-grown black teas from Sri Lanka typically yield a cup that is full-bodied, malty, and robust, with strong colour and relatively straightforward flavour profiles. Teas from estates at this elevation are often prized for their blending utility, contributing depth, strength, and good extraction characteristics to commercial blends. The style tends towards bold and brisk rather than the delicate, nuanced aromatics associated with high-grown Ceylon teas.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Hapugastenne is recorded as supplying Finlays, a vertically integrated tea company with global sourcing, blending, and packing operations. Finlays' procurement from an estate typically signals production that meets the specifications required for branded retail blends and foodservice applications, often emphasising consistency, strength, and competitive pricing. The relationship suggests that Hapugastenne's output is positioned within mainstream commercial supply chains rather than specialty or estate-branded channels.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne lies at 6.6951, 80.3727 in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. Its 26 m elevation is the joint 73rd highest of 75 estates we map in Sabaragamuwa Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Agalawatte Plantations, Doloswella — under 1 km away
- Deraniyagala Tea Shakthi — under 1 km away
- Non Pareil — 1.8 km away · Ratnapura
- Balangoda Plantations, Palm Garden — 2.1 km away
- Hidellana Tea Factory — 2.4 km away · Ratnapura
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne (26 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne recorded 4,458 mm in 2025, 75% more than the 2,554 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hangzhou Kainong Factory | Zhejiang, China | 26 m | 1,280 mm | 24.8 °C |
| BHUBRIGHAT TEA ESTATE | ASSAM, India | 26 m | 3,022 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Davidson | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 26 m | 3,412 mm | 29.8 °C |
| Dediyagala | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 26 m | 2,891 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Chandpur Belgaon tea Estate Factory | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 25 m | 2,165 mm | 29.7 °C |
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne Compared with Sabaragamuwa Province
In Sabaragamuwa Province, Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is wetter than 86% of the others by 2025 rainfall; the lowest of the 75 estates by elevation; warmer than 86% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne against the 74 other estates we map in Sabaragamuwa Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 26 m | 167 m | 26 to 1,355 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 4,458 mm | 3,390 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 29.5 °C | 21.5 to 30.9 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 23.0 °C | 21.9 °C | 15.7 to 23.0 °C |
Observed Climate at Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne’s coordinates recorded 4,458 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (662 mm) and the driest was February (80 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 23.0 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 4,458 mm |
| Wettest month | November (662 mm) |
| Driest month | February (80 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 23.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne located?
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.6951, 80.3727, at an elevation of about 26 metres.
Who operates Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne?
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is operated by Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne produce?
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 4,458 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (662 mm).
How does Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hapugastenne Plantations, Hapugastenne recorded 4,458 mm in 2025, 75% more rain than the 2,554 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].
