A JOURNEY THROUGH COFFEE
The Launch of Sri Lanka’s First Coffee Heritage Trail
Hotel Tree of Life – Kandy
Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s emerging coffee culture with guided experience at a picturesque coffee estate. Discover the journey of coffee from bean to cup while surrounded by lush greenery, serene landscapes and colonial heritage.
Itinerary
1. Arrival and Welcome.
- Guests are greeted in the style of traditional Sri Lankan hospitality.
- Brief introduction to the history and revival of coffee farming in Sri Lanka.
2. Plantation Walk and Coffee Cultivation Insights.
- Guided tour through the coffee estate, exploring the coffee plants at different growth stages.
- Learn about sustainable farming practices and the challenges of coffee cultivation in Sri Lanka.
- Experience hands-on activities such as coffee plucking and trimming plants for better crop management.
Enjoy a picnic-style refreshment featuring Sri Lankan traditional snacks paired with freshly brewed coffee, surrounded by nature.
3. Coffee Processing and Roasting Demonstration.
- Observe the post-harvest process: pulping, fermenting, washing, drying, and grading of coffee beans.
- Witness a live demonstration of coffee roasting techniques.
- Participate in roasting a small batch of coffee beans.
4. Coffee Tasting and Brewing
- Witness a coffee brewing session by the in-house barista
- Sample a variety of brews, from light to dark roasts, and learn to identify flavor profiles.
- Indulge in a pairing session at the elegant Homes Bungalow, a colonial-era plantation bungalow, where coffee is served alongside Sri Lankan desserts and snacks, creating a sensory journey of taste and heritage.
Additional Value-Added Experiences Offered
- Plant Your Own Coffee: Contribute to the estate by planting a coffee seedling.
- Adopt a Coffee Plant: Support sustainability and charity initiatives by adopting a coffee plant and donating to a local cause.
