25 Years Of Excellence

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Dilmah Tea Launched in Australia

In 1988 Dilmah Tea, starting in Melbourne, steadily spread across the entire country and has now become one of the most top selling brands in Australia.

1988

Traditional Style Dish and Two Dilmah Tea Containers Each Side

Dilmah Commences Exploration into Tea Gastronomy

Dilmah's Tea Gastronomy is an innovative celebration of tea as an essential element of food and of life, as each unique characteristic of tea – colour, aroma, strength, flavor and texture – tell a unique story.

1999

Six Children Sitting in a Classroom

The founding of the MJF Charitable Foundation

The MJF Charitable Foundation was established by Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando, as commitment to his philosophy that 'business is a matter of human service'. It has since transformed thousands of lives and helped immensely to provide equal potential and to address issues of poverty alleviation.

2003

First Dilmah Global Partner Conference at Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo

The First Dilmah Global Partner Conference

The Dilmah Global Partner Conference is a gathering of partners which provides them the opportunity to learn Dilmah’s current vision, strategies and tools for the future and to share learning experiences. 

2003

Two Baby Elephants and an Adult Elephant

The Establishment of Dilmah Conservation

The Dilmah Global Partner Conference is a gathering of partners which provides them the opportunity to learn Dilmah's current vision, strategies and tools for the future and to share learning experiences. 

2007

A Chef Taste Testing Various Tea

Inaugural Dilmah Chefs and the Tea maker Australia Programme

Dilmah the family tea company launched this innovative programme to fulfill the objective of integrating tea, the 21st century beverage, into modern lifestyles.

2008

Mr. Merrill J Fernando and His Two Sons Taste Testing Tea

Dilmah celebrates 21 years and the Founder’s 60th year in tea

Dilmah celebrates 21 years since first introducing garden fresh, single origin, pure Ceylon tea, packed at origin tea to Australia.

2009

People Taste Testing Tea

First Dilmah International School of Tea Inaugurated in France

The Dilmah School of Tea placed emphasis on the importance of real teal and its versatility and to inspire passion through knowledge of the artisanal aspects of tea amongst hospitality professionals, tea aficionados and consumers.

2009

Tea in Five Senses by Dilmah

Inauguration of Tea in the Five Senses

'Tea in the Five Senses' builds upon Dilmah's ideology that fine tea is an indulgent pleasure, that should be savoured not just in taste, but on the eye, the nose and then on the palate as well as the calming sound of tea being poured into a cup.

2011

Raspberries and Biscuits in a Dish with Tea Packs Next to it

Launch of Dilmah Real High Tea Consumer and Professional Challenge in Australia

The Dilmah Real High Tea helped breath life to a tea inspired generation of innovators, free spirited thinkers and artisans to change the way tea is perceived.

2011

Mr. Merrill J Fernando Looking at a Glass of Tea

Dilmah 25th Silver Jubilee Anniversary Launch of Dilmah Single Region Selection

Dilmah celebrates 25 years of being the world's first producer owned tea brand, grown and packed at source; ethical tea that is now ranked as one of the world’s top 10 tea brands.

2013

Tea Award Ceremony in 2015

Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando received the Business for Peace Award, Oslo

Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando received the Business for Peace Award which is awarded to business persons who, "through their own actions and commitments truly are business worthy, promoting socially responsible and ethical business practice in an outstanding way, and standing out as examples to the world."

2015

Dilmah Silver Jubilee Tea

Dilmah Difference

Dilmah tea had made a mark with its fresh, single origin, 100% pure Ceylon tea. However, we needed to produce something spectacular to celebrate 25 years infused in the goodness of Dilmah tea. To explore its diverse varieties whilst remaining true to its origins, and giving this 5000 year old herb a touch of the 21st century whilst embracing the time of its ancestors. Introducing the Silver Jubilee Gourmet range, a fitting celebration for the tapestry of tea Dilmah has woven across over two decades. Revel in the flavours of Blood Orange & Eucalyptus, Mandarin & Marzipan Pekoe and Pure Darjeeling Singe Region Tea.

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