OP, BOP, FBOP, BOPF — decoding Ceylon tea grading so you can specify the right grade for your market, from premium loose-leaf retail to tea bag manufacturing.
<p>Sri Lanka produces over 300 million kilograms of tea annually, exporting to more than 100 countries.</p><h2>Orthodox Whole-Leaf Grades</h2><ul><li><strong>OP (Orange Pekoe):</strong> Long, thin, tightly rolled leaves. Classic loose-leaf grade for premium retail.</li><li><strong>FOP (Flowery Orange Pekoe):</strong> Contains more golden tips. Lighter, more aromatic.</li><li><strong>GFOP (Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe):</strong> High proportion of golden tips. Top-tier retail and gifting.</li></ul><h2>Broken Grades</h2><ul><li><strong>BOP (Broken Orange Pekoe):</strong> Stronger, faster-brewing cup. Widely used in blending and retail teabags.</li><li><strong>BOPF (Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings):</strong> Optimised for envelope-style teabags. Most widely exported Ceylon grade globally.</li></ul><p>Ceylon Aroma sources across all elevations. <a href="/contact">Request a tasting sample</a>.</p>
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