Our Story: From Passion to Global Venture
The Heart of Kandy: A Story of Heritage and Spice
A Humble Beginning
Ethical Legend is a women-led, family-owned spice export business nestled in the cultural heart of Kandy, Sri Lanka, adjoining the lush Udawatta Kele Forest.
We were established on three pillars: a love for exotic flavors, culinary expertise, and the determination to support our family and community. This commitment resulted in a gourmet spice brand that prioritizes purity, tradition, and ethical sourcing.
Our Guiding Principles
Our Mission
To deliver premium, handcrafted Ceylon spices to global markets while preserving the authentic taste, aroma, and health benefits that Sri Lankan spices are renowned for.
Our Vision
To become a trusted global supplier of gourmet spices, empowering local farmers, promoting sustainable practices, and bringing the finest Sri Lankan flavors to kitchens worldwide.
Exceptional Flavor Begins with Ethical Roots
We believe in Fair Trade principles without the expensive paperwork, forging a direct, zero-exploitation partnership with small-scale spice growers in Sri Lanka’s heartlands.
Fair Partnerships
We pay above-market rates/premium prices to support generational spice growers and empower farming families.
Wild-Harvest Protection
Many of our vanilla and cinnamon are forest-grown and harvested without synthetic inputs, protecting Sri Lanka’s spice heritage and biodiversity.
Zero Child Labor
A strict ethical sourcing pledge ensures dignity at every step of the procurement process.
Substance Over Hype
In a world drowning in pixels, we choose parchment. We are intentionally uncertified and operate without a traditional website because we prioritize the integrity of our craft and a carbon-minimal approach.
We believe in trust: we welcome buyers to visit our hygienic facility in Kandy, chat with us like humans via WhatsApp, or request samples that arrive with a handwritten note.
Gourmet Production with Care: Quality Over Quantity
We are a boutique spice export venture and a Sole Proprietorship based in Kandy. Our small but mighty team consists of three dedicated spice artisans who blend heritage knowledge with modern precision
Small-Batch Processing
Our focus is on small-scale, artisanal processing—we never mass-produce. This ensures every batch retains its natural richness and potency.
Purity Guaranteed
We use food-grade stainless steel tools, practice daily sanitation, and vacuum-seal our spices to lock in freshness for 24+ months. No additives, no sulfur dioxide, no anti-caking agents—ever.
Traditional Techniques
We use pure Sri Lankan sunlight for sun-drying and low-heat stone-grinding to preserve volatile oils and aroma.
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Address
19/31G, P.L.P. Alwis Mawatha,
Lewella Road, Kandy (20000), Sri Lanka
Phone Number
+94 71 445 8259
hello@ethicallegend,com
Open Every Day
8AM – 5PM