In short: Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is a low-grown black tea estate in Sri Lanka's Southern Province, operated by Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy and known to supply Finlays.
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is a tea estate located in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 366 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy and produces black tea. It is recorded as supplying Finlays, a significant buyer in the international tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 366 metres elevation, Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy falls into Sri Lanka's low-grown category, a designation typically applied to estates below 600 metres. Tea grown at this latitude and altitude generally experiences warmer temperatures and more consistent growing conditions year-round compared to higher-elevation districts. Low-grown estates in Sri Lanka tend to produce teas with a faster leaf growth cycle, which can contribute to higher yields and a more robust leaf character.
The Southern Province of Sri Lanka is less celebrated for tea production than the central highlands, yet estates in this zone benefit from the region's tropical climate and the influence of the southwestern monsoon. Low-grown teas from this latitude are often characterised by their strength and body, attributes that typically make them well-suited to blending applications in international markets.
Tea Produced
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy produces black tea, the dominant category among Sri Lankan low-grown estates. Teas from estates at this elevation in the Southern Province typically yield a full-bodied, malty cup with pronounced strength and astringency. Low-grown black teas from Sri Lanka are generally less delicate than their high-grown counterparts, offering a robustness that tends to perform well in blended products and applications where a strong, brisk character is desired.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major integrated tea company with significant buying, blending, and distribution operations across global markets. Finlays sources from estates worldwide to supply both retail brands and foodservice clients, and its presence as a buyer suggests that Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy's output meets the standards required for commercial blending and international export. This connection positions the estate within established supply chains serving mainstream tea markets.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy lies at 6.2928, 80.6308 in Southern Province, Sri Lanka. Its 366 m elevation is the joint 9th highest of 134 estates we map in Southern Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Berubeula — 1.5 km away
- Cee Tee Hills — 1.5 km away
- Urubokka — 1.9 km away
- Dampahala — 2.7 km away
- Rasa — 3.0 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy (366 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy recorded 2,215 mm in 2025, 13% less than the 2,542 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agroteales S.R.L. | Misiones, Argentina | 361 m | 1,778 mm | 26.8 °C |
| CASA FUENTES SACIFI | Av. Libertad Oberá, Argentina | 372 m | 1,816 mm | 26.0 °C |
| Danau Kembar | West Sumatra, Indonesia | 358 m | 3,083 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Nurbong | West Bengal, India | 357 m | 2,666 mm | 27.2 °C |
| Haughton | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 390 m | 3,368 mm | 28.2 °C |
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy Compared with Southern Province
In Southern Province, Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is drier than 95% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 92% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy against the 133 other estates we map in Southern Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 366 m | 46 m | 6 to 806 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,215 mm | 3,022 mm | 2,210 to 3,589 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.7 °C | 29.8 °C | 25.9 to 30.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.1 °C | 22.6 °C | 18.2 to 24.1 °C |
Observed Climate at Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy’s coordinates recorded 2,215 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (502 mm) and the driest was August (67 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.7 °C and overnight lows 22.1 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,215 mm |
| Wettest month | November (502 mm) |
| Driest month | August (67 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.1 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy located?
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.2928, 80.6308, at an elevation of about 366 metres.
Who operates Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy?
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is operated by Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy produce?
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,215 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (502 mm).
How does Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Andaradeniya Estate, Galaxy recorded 2,215 mm in 2025, 13% less rain than the 2,542 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].
