What Mlesna Tea Centre is known for
Mlesna launched in 1983 and sells loose-leaf tea and tea bags in both everyday packs and gift containers. Its selection separates plain teas from flavoured varieties and herbal infusions. The Liberty Plaza Tea Centre is a distinct Colombo outlet, historically reported as opening in 1985.
Mlesna's retail range gives tea buyers a choice between everyday packs and containers intended as gifts. Euro-Scan Exports launched the brand in 1983, and its online shop now separates loose-leaf tea from tea bags so a buyer can start with the way they brew. Metal caddies and cloth bags sit beside cartons, while some gift selections use wooden boxes. Black tea and green tea have their own sections, with flavoured versions available separately from herbal infusions. The distinction is useful when buying for someone who wants plain tea rather than an added aroma. Mlesna's Colombo retail history includes the Liberty Plaza Tea Centre, which Time Out reported opened in 1985. That date belongs to the shop, not the founding of the brand. The online business publishes a Barnes Place address, so it should not be confused with the Liberty Plaza counter when planning a collection or visit. Check the chosen outlet for the pack and blend required rather than assuming every gift format is available everywhere.
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