Finest Ceylon TeaEstablished by Merrill J. Fernando, Dilmah tea is ethically grown, handpicked from the best Ceylon estates, and packed at source for unmatched freshness and taste. 40 Years of Kindness in Every SipAs Dilmah marks its 40th anniversary this year, Chairman / CEO Dilhan C. Fernando reflects on a legacy of kindness, purpose and passion passed down from his father, Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando. “The foundation is a heart of kindness, because in every sip there is kindness.” Joined by his son Amrit as they take a stroll along Sydney’s iconic waterfront, the next chapter begins with the same commitment to share the goodness of truly ethical tea for generations to come. Array ( [] => [heading] => 40 Years of Kindness in Every Sip [sub_heading] => [media] => Array ( [media_type] => video [image] => 4133 [video_file] => [video_file_thumbnail] => [video_platform] => youtube [video_id] => 5ot391UK5K4 [video_thumbnail] => 9004 [show_in] => in-lightbox ) [content] => As Dilmah marks its 40th anniversary this year, Chairman / CEO Dilhan C. Fernando reflects on a legacy of kindness, purpose and passion passed down from his father, Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando. “The foundation is a heart of kindness, because in every sip there is kindness.” Joined by his son Amrit as they take a stroll along Sydney’s iconic waterfront, the next chapter begins with the same commitment to share the goodness of truly ethical tea for generations to come. [link] => [button2_link] => [image_position] => left [media_width] => 50 [is_milestone] => no [vertical_alignment] => top [section_title] => 85 Reserve [section_toggle] => on [section_overflow] => hidden [section_width] => full [section_height] => auto [section_animation] => off [background_type] => white [background_width_limit] => no [background_image] => Array ( [image] => ) [background_video] => Array ( [video] => [poster] => ) [background_position] => Array ( [pos_x] => [pos_y] => [pos_x_custom] => [pos_y_custom] => ) [background_parallax] => Array ( [parallax] => no [speed] => 1 [height] => 1.2 [contain] => yes ) [background_opacity] => 1 [background_brightness] => 1 [overlay_type] => off [overlay_color] => primary-dark [overlay_opacity] => 0.85 [overlay_height] => 85 [font-colour] => black ) Making a Stand Our Founder, Merrill J. Fernando, made a stand for Quality, Integrity, People & Nature. Making a Stand 60 million Dilmah tea drinkers daily 111 countries have Dilmah tea available 3000 Dilmah products – the widest range of any tea company in the world 250000 direct community beneficiaries Latest News The Island Genesis Thought Leadership Series welcomes global expert on rainforest restorationJanuary 27, 2026The Genesis Thought Leadership Series continues with a timely lecture on sustainable land use in the humid tropics, featuring Prof.… The Island Dilmah’s ECHS Bridges Kindness and Quality to Nurture the Next Generation of ChefsJanuary 12, 2026The Empower Culinary & Hospitality School (ECHS), established by Dilmah and the MJF Charitable Foundation, recently held the graduation of… Linkedin Naumi Hotels and Dilmah Tea Brew a New Chapter in HospitalityJanuary 7, 2026Naumi Hotels has signed a group-wide partnership with Dilmah Tea to introduce thoughtfully curated tea experiences across its portfolio. Naumi… Visit Pressroom Family A family business, serving humanity with kindness to people and nature. Family Kindness Kindness is at the heart of everything we do at Dilmah. We spread kindness by doing everything with care and respect. Kindness Tea Dilmah has a tea for every mood and occasion, from everyday gourmet tea to luxury teas & infusions, and extraordinary gifts of tea. Our Tea Experience Combining respect for tradition with the love of artisans and continuous exploration of experiential innovation in tea, herbs and spices. Experience MJF Group The MJF Group is a diversified family business involved in agriculture, agri value addition, luxury leisure, property, machinery solutions, renewable energy, transport and packaging. MJF Group Sustainability Building a more sustainable, resilient future by shaping our work around long-term impact for people, communities and the planet. Sustainability Real Ceylon Cinnamon Dilmah presents the finest Ceylon Cinnamon to the world, grown within the GI-certified Kahawatte Plantation. CINNAMON
The Island Genesis Thought Leadership Series welcomes global expert on rainforest restorationJanuary 27, 2026The Genesis Thought Leadership Series continues with a timely lecture on sustainable land use in the humid tropics, featuring Prof.…
The Island Dilmah’s ECHS Bridges Kindness and Quality to Nurture the Next Generation of ChefsJanuary 12, 2026The Empower Culinary & Hospitality School (ECHS), established by Dilmah and the MJF Charitable Foundation, recently held the graduation of…
Linkedin Naumi Hotels and Dilmah Tea Brew a New Chapter in HospitalityJanuary 7, 2026Naumi Hotels has signed a group-wide partnership with Dilmah Tea to introduce thoughtfully curated tea experiences across its portfolio. Naumi…