The global tea pioneer brings an authentic Ceylon tea garden sanctuary, a modernist tea experience woven around single-origin tea and paired gastronomy, to Malaysia.
Dilmah Tea, the world-renowned family tea company celebrated for its uncompromised quality, single-origin integrity, and ethical philosophy, has officially opened Dilmah Urban Estate Malaysia at Bangsar Village, Kuala Lumpur.
Celebrating Dilmah’s long-standing presence in Malaysia and marking Urban Estate’s first global footprint outside Sri Lanka following its Colombo debut, the Kuala Lumpur flagship establishes an immersive, modernist lifestyle sanctuary that bridges traditional tea heritage with contemporary urban dining.
The launch was officiated by His Excellency Dharshana M. Perera, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Malaysia, and Dilmah Chairman and Teamaker, Dilhan C. Fernando. Also in attendance were YB Teresa Kok, Member of Parliament and former Minister of Primary Industries of Malaysia, and Datuk William Ng, President of the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA).
An Estate-to-Cup Urban Sanctuary
Dilmah Urban Estate serves as a culinary sanctuary that reimagines traditional tea culture by fusing modernist sophistication with the rich heritage of terroir and provenance. Spanning dining, mixology, education, and retail, the space reinterprets the journey of Ceylon tea:
- Authentic Single-Origin Ceylon Tea: Sourced 100% from Sri Lanka’s premier high-, mid-, and low-grown elevations, picked by hand and crafted the orthodox way, preserving origin, character, and terroir.
- Pioneering Tea Gastronomy & Mixology: A curated culinary menu where single-estate teas are celebrated both as an ingredient and an inspiration – ranging from artisan hot brews and chilled sparkling infusions to craft t-mocktails and elevated tea-infused savouries and desserts.
- Nature-Inspired Biophilic Design: The space mirrors the calm elegance of a working tea estate – blending natural wood, raw stone, and sustainable textures with modern finishes to recreate the serenity of the misty Ceylon highlands within bustling Bangsar.
Following an exclusive private preview on November 10, 2026, Dilmah Urban Estate opens its doors to the public starting November 11, 2026. Patrons and tea enthusiasts alike can witness the next chapter in Dilmah’s storied journey, experiencing true tea luxury across every carefully crafted plate and spirited infusion.
About Dilmah:
Founded by Merrill J. Fernando in 1988, Dilmah is a truly ethical, family-owned tea company committed to offering the finest Ceylon Tea, garden fresh and 100% unblended. With a unique philosophy of “packaging at source,” Dilmah ensures freshness, taste, and the integrity of its tea while directly benefiting the tea growers and their communities through its humanitarian initiatives, ensuring that business is a matter of human service. Dilmah Urban Estate Bangsar Village is open daily to the public starting 11th November, 2026.
