Two billion cups later, South Australians helped make Dilmah a global force for good

For four decades, South Australians have been raising their cups to Dilmah, the family-owned brand that has made Ceylon tea part of everyday life. Since 1985, Australians have enjoyed more than 28 billion cups of Dilmah – and of that, a remarkable 2 billion have been poured right here in South Australia.

This milestone celebrations taste, while also celebrating that every sip supports Dilmah’s commitment to kindness. 15% of pre-tax profits from their tea is dedicated to life-changing projects across the globe. From education to conservation, the reach of Dilmah extends far beyond the teapot.

Dilhan C. Fernando, Chairman of Dilmah Tea and son of founder Merrill J. Fernando, continues his father’s mission to protect the authenticity of tea. “My father pledged in the 1950s to resist the com