Rooted in heritage and grown with passion, Empire Teas is a third-generation family-owned business led by Tea Master Lushantha de Silva. Our story began decades ago with legendary planter Thurson de Silva, passed through Hemasiri de Silva, and now flourishes under Lushantha’s vision, guided by tradition and inspired by the future. From humble beginnings to a global presence, Empire Teas is now among Sri Lanka’s top five exporters, proudly sharing over 14 million kilograms of premium Ceylon Tea with the world. With signature brands like Hyson, Thurson, and Akina, and operations in Sri Lanka and Kenya, we deliver not just tea, but heritage, flavor, and soul in every cup. Our Kenya venture, launched in 2017, brings the bold spirit of African-origin teas to new markets.