Family Members

Founded in Perth, Australia in 2018, Knuckles Valley is a grower-owned brand dedicated to delivering the world’s finest Ceylon cinnamon and a curated selection of Ceylon tea, coffee, and spices. Rooted in the childhood traditions of its founder, Pradeep Walawe, who grew up surrounded by Sri Lanka’s cinnamon heritage, Knuckles Valley embodies authenticity, craftsmanship, and purpose. With a skilled team united under one mission—to share the true essence of Ceylon with the world—every product is a tribute to purity, provenance, and the timeless elegance of island-grown excellence.

Cinnamon Grower & Founder of Knuckles Valley

Pradeep Walawe is the founder of Knuckles Valley, a heritage-driven brand that brings the world’s finest Ceylon cinnamon and Sri Lankan agricultural treasures to global markets. With operations based in Perth, Australia and a network of plantations and processing facilities in Sri Lanka, he leads a mission rooted in sustainability, authenticity, and community impact—serving both humanity and the environment through ethical enterprise.

Armed with a BSc in Engineering from Sri Lanka, a Master of Professional Engineering from the University of Western Australia, and a Master’s in Project Management from the University of Wollongong, Pradeep combines technical precision with visionary strategy. He is a proud Member of Engineers Australia, and his leadership is defined by a deep personal connection to Sri Lankan cinnamon, cultivated since childhood.