Emirates Celebrates International Tea Day with Dilmah: Passengers to Receive Luxury Tea Gift on May 21
Emirates is marking International Tea Day in style by gifting passengers a special Dilmah luxury tea box on all flights over 2.5 hours on May 21. The initiative celebrates the airline's 33-year partnership with the iconic Sri Lankan tea brand, which has seen over 33 million cups of Dilmah tea served annually across the skies.
The special inflight giveaway features a trio of Dilmah's finest leaf teas:
Emirates Signature Tea: Dombagastalawa FBOP1 scented with rose, almond, and ginger — ideal for special moments.
Moroccan Mint Green Tea: Known for its calming properties.
Ceylon Tea with Strawberry: A vibrant, joyful blend.
In addition to onboard gifts, Emirates lounges worldwide will elevate the tea experience with handcrafted Dilmah tea cocktails and mocktails, paired with gourmet desserts. In Dubai lounges, guests can enjoy exclusive drinks like the Dilmah Elixir mocktail alongside fragrant coconut vanilla cake, lemon cake, and apple tart.
From May 15 to 31, Emirates is also offering Dilmah tea pairing tips during the afternoon tea service in first and business class on flights from Dubai to the UK.
International Tea Day, as declared by the UN General Assembly, aims to raise awareness of tea's role in rural development and sustainable livelihoods. Emirates' enduring partnership with ethical grower Dilmah supports the Sri Lankan economy and promotes sustainable agricultural practices.
Dilmah is renowned for being the world's first producer-owned ethical tea brand — growing, handpicking, and packing its tea at origin to ensure freshness and integrity.
As passengers take to the skies on May 21, they'll be able to sip and savour a curated tea experience — a small luxury with a big story behind every cup.
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