blog – Dilmah UK

September 22, 2023

Arana Herbal Infusions for Everyday Wellness

When it comes to herbal remedies, teas made of herbal concoctions have been cherished across the world. And as with any time tested remedy, it is a favorite amongst many as we recognize the multit...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Oolong Tea

What is Oolong Tea? Fruity and fragrant, Oolong tea is a true tea; combining the properties and the health benefits of both black teas and green teas. Read our guide to Oolong tea to know more abou...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Moringa

A recent exposé on super foods that are beneficial to your body and the planet by BBC Health, revealed Moringa as one of them. Our tell-all guide highlights everything you need to know about it; fr...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Herbal Tea

What is Herbal Tea? Herbal tea, despite its name, is not made from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis, but rather a healthy brew of herbs and flowers. Due to the absence of caffeine in herbal tea,...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Green Tea

If there’s one thing everyone’s sure about is that green tea is healthy. But do you know exactly what benefits green tea has on our health? Can green tea help you lose weight and fight cancer? Here...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Chamomile Tea and 4 Reasons You Should Drink It

Chamomile, or camomile is a flowering herb that’s often consumed as an infusion. This tiny daisy is fragrant and makes for a delicate brew best known to relax and soothe you. Originating from the G...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of Ceylon Black Tea

Sri Lanka is home to beautiful beaches, stunning wildlife, centuries of culture…and Ceylon black tea! In addition to being delicious, there are several health benefits from your daily cuppa. Here a...

October 18, 2021

Health Benefits of 4 Ayurvedic Ingredients used in Infusions

‘Soothing’, ‘relaxing’, ‘calming’, are a few of the sentiments one associates with the ancient concept of ayurvedic healing. Commonly popular in South Asian countries like Sri Lanka, the use of ayu...

October 18, 2021

Differences Between Green Tea and White Tea

All teas have their origins in the Camellia Sinensis bush, however after the leaves are plucked depending on the amount of processing they undergo, the teas are divided into different types. The mo...

October 18, 2021

Boost Your Immunity With Black Tea

Did you know that drinking black tea can enhance your immune system, due to the polyphenols and theanine present in tea? While you can read the extensive benefits of black tea here, keep reading to...

September 25, 2021

5 teas to reduce stress and anxiety

Sri Lanka is home to one of the world’s finest teas known as Ceylon Tea. Introduced to the land during the British colonial rule, the centuries-old tea industry of Ceylon has won the hearts of tea ...

September 25, 2021

5 Benefits of Ceylon Tea

Ceylon tea stems from the Camellia Sinesis plant that flourishes in Sri Lanka. The tropical island is famed for producing the finest black, green and white tea. Fresh Ceylon tea is packed with flav...

October 18, 2021

Rose with French Vanilla Panna Cotta

Dilmah Tea Used Exceptional Rose with French Vanilla Exceptional Berry Sensation Ingredients Rose with French Vanilla Panna Cotta ¼ cup Water 3 ½ tsp powdered gelatine 3 ½ cups pouring cream ¾ cup...

October 18, 2021

How to Celebrate International Tea Day

Made from the handpicked leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant, tea has been around for over 5,000 years and is believed to have originated from northeast India and southwest China. Today, tea is t...

October 18, 2021

How To Celebrate A Tea-Inspired Valentine’s Day

The special day to celebrate love is just around the corner. Whether you’re planning a grand surprise or a low-key day with your loved one, it’s the perfect time to shower your partner with love an...

October 18, 2021

Exceptional Rose & French Vanilla Marshmallows

Dilmah Tea Used Exceptional Rose with French Vanilla Ingredients 250g sugar 20g glucose 120ml water 2 Dilmah Exceptional Rose with French Vanillatea bags 6 leaves gelatin 80g egg white Method ...

October 18, 2021

Cooking with Tea Everything You Need to Know

Tea has, for centuries, been known as a beverage that can be drunk on any occasion. Dilmah’s “Tea Inspired” recipes examine how tea can be versatile and ways in which tea can be incorporated into y...

October 18, 2021

A Jolly Christmas Dinner with Dilmah Tea

The season of goodwill and cheer is upon us. Trees are going up, homes are being decked with bells, celebrations are being planned, gifts are being bought, Christmas cards are being written and we ...

September 25, 2021

A Guide To Tea-Infused Recipes

Did you know that tea is so versatile that you can infuse tea into your meals; whether you’re having a scone or a steak? And that’s not all, for the DIY bartenders, tea can also be used to create f...

September 25, 2021

A Guide on How to Make Chai

Before chai latte started trending, a cup of chai is believed to have been brewed over 5,000 years ago as a medicinal Ayurvedic drink. Despite its rising fame, Masala chai has been a staple brew in...

January 12, 2022

Dilmah Tea Win Two Great Taste Awards

Sipping into the New Year with our best cuppa forward! We’re starting 2022 off with a bang; by bang we mean two Great Taste awards for two of our great-tasting teas from out Inspiration Selecti...

December 15, 2021

12 Days of Teas-mas with Dilmah UK

On the first day of Christmas Dilmah gave to me, 12 days worth of tea! To get you into the festive spirit, this year the Dilmah team has created a tea-riffic Christmas Market to help you brew a Ch...

October 18, 2021

The Art of Brewing Loose Leaf Tea

Brewing the perfect cup of loose-leaf tea takes patience and skill. Tea lovers who can perfect this skill will be able to accomplish just about anything! Read our guide below to master the art of b...

October 18, 2021

Tea for every mood

A cup of warm Ceylon tea is known to be ideal whether you’re stressed, sleepy, lazy or just plain angry! Soothe your nerves and ease your tension with your favourite tea. Here is a list of teas tha...

October 18, 2021

Love is in the cup

It’s that time of the year again folks. The time where you frantically search for the cutest, sweetest gifts for the special people in your life. It’s the time to show those that we love, just how ...

October 18, 2021

Here’s Why Chai (Tea) is Good for You

Chai (tea) and chai lattes are one of the most popular drinks in cafés around the world. However, this spiced tea-based drink that has taken the world by storm, has a rather humble beginning, origi...

October 18, 2021

Everything You Should Know About Decaf Tea

Tea, in the present-day, has diversified into many unique variants. Decaffeinated tea, or decaf tea is just one of the newer variants. There are many interesting ways to make Decaf tea. Each proces...

October 18, 2021

Everything You Need To Know About White Tea

“White like the clouds, green like a dream, pure like snow, and as aromatic as orchids”- this is how ancient Chinese poets described the revered White Tea, also known as Silver Tips. This rare tea ...

October 18, 2021

Everything You Need To Know About Rooibos Tea

Rooibos tea is a medicinal herbal infusion that is indigenous to South Africa and can be drunk as a black tea alternative. Although it’s been around for over 300 years, only somewhat recently has t...

October 18, 2021

Tea Brewing Guide

Choosing Good Tea Needs Care Good tea is inexpensive but not cheap. For what it offers, tea is an affordable luxury but choosing good tea needs some care. Tea made in the traditional, artisanal wa...

October 18, 2021

A Guide to Earl Gray Tea

Earl Grey tea is one of the world’s most beloved teas. With a deep golden hue, a malty taste and strong citric undertones, this tea has a unique flavour and aroma. Apart from its interesting taste,...

October 18, 2021

A Guide to Ceylon Tea Regions

Ceylon tea is a marvel of nature and in that it carries many protective and healing properties in addition to the pleasant taste. It is infinite in the variety of its taste since it grows in many r...

September 25, 2021

5 Ways to Celebrate Your Mother Every Day

Mothers are our unsung heroes; they truly give us their all without expecting anything in return, and we often take that for granted. Of course, we appreciate everything she does for us, but we do...

September 25, 2021

5 Teas to Help You Stay Focused

Tea is one of the most consumed beverages the world over. Across centuries, people have been using tea as their go-to sidekick to stay focused while working late nights or give their early morning ...

December 15, 2020

Tea Inspired Christmas Recipes to Make at Home

Tea Inspired Christmas Recipes to Make at Home Christmas is not just a celebration, it’s a feeling! We’ve selected some of our best Christmas teas that stir the nostalgia of the season to bring you...

December 15, 2021

‘Teas The Season

Breaking the rules of tea never tasted so good… Nothing quite says party season like cocktails, so to celebrate we’ve developed five seriously festive tea cocktails that are sure to get the party s...

October 18, 2021

The Earl & The Duchess

Dilmah Tea Used Single Region Earl Grey Ingredients 100 ml 30 ml Ketel One 15 ml Organic apple juice 10 ml Lavender syrup Lemon bitters Lime squeeze Method Add all ingredients to an ice-filled hi...

October 18, 2021

Tea Mixology with Peter Kuruvita

Shake and stir a treat for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re on training wheels behind the bar or a professional mixologist, here’s how you can infuse the delightful taste of Ceylon tea with ...

October 18, 2021

Rose with French Vanilla Cosmopolitan

Dilmah Tea Used t-Series Rose with French Vanilla Ingredients 120ml Vodka 4 tsp Dilmah t-Series Rose with French Vanilla tea 60ml Cointreau 60ml Orange Juice, freshly-squeezed 60ml Cranberry Juice...

October 18, 2021

Mint Runner

Dilmah Infusion Used Bergamot, Orange, Peppermint & Lemon Ingredients 80 ml Bergamot, Orange, Peppermint & Lemon Infusion (5 minute brew, chilled) 25 ml Apple juice 25 ml Pear juice 10 ml ...

October 18, 2021

Kiss Goodnight

Dilmah Infusion Used Rooibos with Ceylon Turmeric, Cinnamon, Ginger & Nutmeg Ingredients 150 ml Cinnamon, Turmeric, Ginger & Nutmeg (5 minute brew, hot) 50 ml Condensed milk A pinch of gro...

October 18, 2021

Juicy Ginger

Dilmah Infusion Used Green Rooibos, Ginger & Peppermint Ingredients 150 ml Ginger & Peppermint Infusion (5 minute brew, chilled) 40 ml Apple juice 15 ml Honey 1 barspoon lemon curd Method...

September 25, 2021

Caribean Cruiser

Dilmah Tea Used Green Rooibos with Coconut & Mango Ingredients: 100 ml Coconut & Mango Infusion (5 minute brew, chilled) 30 ml Plantation Pineapple Rum 40 ml Pineapple juice 10 ml Orgeat 5...

September 25, 2021

Banalmond Smoothie

Dilmah Infusion Used Rooibos Chocolate, Turmeric, Ginger & AlmondIngredients: 80 ml Chocolate, Turmeric, Ginger & Almond Infusion (5 minute brew, chilled) 80 ml Yoghurt Half a Banana Table...