Single-Origin Premium Nilgiri Flushes

From the Nilgiri Mountains

Feel The Taste

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Artisan hand grinding vibrant spices on a rustic wooden table bathed in soft natural light.

From kerala Highlands

Kerala Highlands Chai Blend

Feel The Aroma

Close-up of delicate tea leaves glistening with morning dew in the Kerala highlands.

Kerala Spice Rituals

Everyday flavours drawn from South Indian kitchens.

A rustic wooden bowl filled with vibrant Kerala spices on a linen cloth.

Kerala Tea-Time Treats

Simple snacks inspired by familiar tastes. Prepared to be enjoyed slowly, just as they were at home.

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ila Origins

ila von Kerala Highlands is a quiet expression of flavour and ritual. Rooted in the hills of South India, our teas, chai blends, spices, and treats are chosen thoughtfully and shared with care. The name ila, meaning leaf in Malayalam, reflects this simplicity at the heart of everything we do. Made for everyday moments rather than special occasions, our blends offer balance, comfort, and a sense of belonging in each cup.

More Than Tea, Rooted in Ritual

Born from a Love for Tea, The Story Behind ila

ila von Kerala Highlands began with Badar’s memories of growing up in the highlands of Kerala, where tea was simply part of life. After moving to Germany, she came to understand how meaningful those simple rituals had been. ila grew from that feeling, as a way to share the tastes she knew so well, and as a quiet thank you for the warmth and openness she experienced in her second home.

Our Story

Everyday Rituals

Simple moments, guided by flavour.

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Quiet Beginnings

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A person pouring tea on a table with a view of the ocean

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Rituals are not rushed. Neither are our blends.

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Breakfast Chai

Midday Focus

Winter Comfort

As the day moves on, a quiet pause helps restore balance. Green tea brings a sense of lightness — clean, refreshing, and steady. A small ritual to reset before the day continues.

Cold evenings invite familiar comforts. Chocolate chai, rich and gentle, offers warmth without heaviness. A cozy ritual that feels as familiar as hot chocolate, yet rooted in spice and tea.

Some mornings ask to be taken slowly. A light cup, gently brewed, sets the tone for the day ahead. Premium white tea and delicate flushes offer clarity without urgency — a reminder that not every beginning needs to rush.

Late mornings carry a different rhythm. Warm milk, familiar spices, and the comfort of chai create a pause worth enjoying. Masala and cardamom chai lattes turn breakfast into a moment of grounding warmth.