Who are we
Silverback Tea is an original East-African luxury tea
rooted in the earth and people of Rwanda.
Named after the mighty Silverback Gorillas who neighbour
our plantations and often pay us a visit, this bright, brisk and golden cup of tea is of superior quality and taste in every sip.
We take pride in our Rwandan heritage in the rolling hills that nurture our tea plantations and in our community, both of which contribute
equal parts towards our journey in bringing the world Rwanda’s Finest Teas- Silverback Teas.
The Earth Story
The estate is bordered by the ancient Nyungwe National park,
the largest and best- preserved Albertine mountain forest in Central Africa,
also known to have survived the ice age.
Wildlife is welcomed into our lands, we are their guests on their land,
and we are proud to be home to the Silverback Gorilla who often visit
our tea fields and honey project.
Benefiting you
From sleep support to focus, energy, confidence, calm, and more.
Ecology
Respecting the soil, water, air and organisms that bless us with favourable conditions to bring alive these wonderful teas.
Finest quality
All of our Rwandan teas are Rainforest Alliance certified and 100% pesticide free
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Our Tea
Rooted in nature. Brewed by culture.
Natural Ingredients
Due to the biodiversity of the terroir, its volcanic soil, high rainfall and its ecological balance, no pesticides or external irrigation are used to cultivate the plants in the Rwandan estates.
Teas are a test of patience and love. Steeped and sipped ever so slowly to get and enjoy the best flavours, and seen as the best accompaniment to the best company. They carry heritage from where they are brewed, and history in every cup
From Leaf to Cup (quality story):
When we say “attention to detail”, we literally mean it! Our tea leaves are reviewed by exceptional tea makers who decide how each batch needs to be withered, fermented and dried.
Our Sustainability Journey
As our commitment to the Sustainable Agricultural Practices grows stronger, we have initiated Organic and Fairtrade practices in one our tea estates. This visionary initiative is slated to encompass all three-tea estates.
The key step in this direction commenced in 2022 with the inception of organic vermi-compost production. This is the start of many strides towards reducing the reliance on chemical fertilizers but also sets the course for a future where such synthetic agents become obsolete.
100% Organic
Right from the high Volcanic Mountains.