Top 10+ Best Tea Brands in Vietnam

Tea is a popular beverage made from the leaves, buds, or branches of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis). Drinking tea offers many health benefits such as boosting the immune system, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, improving brain function, and supporting weight loss.

Dr. Qi Sun, Associate Professor of Nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, states: “Our research shows that people who drink at least 3 cups of tea per week have a 20% lower risk of heart disease compared to those who don’t drink tea.”

Tea is also an important part of Vietnamese culture and tradition. Some famous tea brands in Vietnam include: Bat Tien tea, Vang tea, Bach Dang tea, Thiet Quan Am tea, Black tea, Oolong tea…

Let’s explore the TOP best tea brands in Vietnam, which have conquered tea lovers with their superior quality and unique flavors.

Bat Tien Tea

Bat Tien Tea is one of the most famous tea brands in Vietnam, produced in Bat Tien commune, Lang Giang district, Bac Giang province. The tea ingredients are grown at an altitude of 600-800m above sea level, where the climate and soil conditions are ideal.

According to 2022 statistics, the area of Bat Tien tea cultivation has reached 1,200 hectares, with an output of about 10,000 tons/year.

Special features of Bat Tien tea include:

• Natural pale yellow color.
• Pure lotus flower fragrance.
• Rich but not harsh taste.

Thanks to its delicious flavor, refreshing taste, and cooling and detoxifying effects, Bat Tien tea has become a familiar drink for hosting guests, meetings, and enjoying with family and friends.

Not only famous domestically, Bat Tien tea is also exported to many countries such as the USA, France, Germany, Japan,… In 2021, Bac Giang’s tea exports reached 2,000 tons, of which Bat Tien tea accounted for 30%.

Vang Tea

Vang Tea originates from Vang commune, Que Vo district, and is a famous tea brand of Bac Ninh province. As of 2022, the area of Vang tea cultivation has reached 800 hectares, producing about 6,000 tons/year.

Outstanding features of Vang tea:

• Clear, lemon-yellow tea color.
• Mild fragrance of fresh tea leaves.
• Slightly astringent taste with a sweet aftertaste.
• Grown on fertile alluvial soil along the Duong River.

Besides the domestic market, Vang tea is also present in many countries such as Russia, South Korea, Singapore,… According to the Vietnam Tea Association, in 2021, Bac Ninh’s total tea export turnover reached 15 million USD, an increase of 20% compared to 2020. Vang tea alone accounted for about 40% of the market share.

Bach Dang Tea

With its rich history and cultural value, Bach Dang tea has become the “soul” of Quang Ninh province. The unique flavor of Bach Dang tea reflects the spirit and character of the local people. Enjoying Bach Dang tea is like touching the essence of the Northeast mountains and forests.

Bach Dang tea stands out with:

• Clear green water color.
• Subtle fragrance of jasmine flowers.
• Mild astringent taste with a slight sweetness.

Bach Dang tea is suitable for entertaining guests, relaxing with family and friends, quenching thirst on summer days, and supporting digestion and body detoxification.

Bach Dang tea has been exported to many demanding markets such as the EU, UK, Australia,… Data from Quang Ninh Department of Industry and Trade shows that in 2021, the total value of tea exports reached 12 million USD, an increase of 15% compared to the previous year. Bach Dang tea contributed about 1/3 of the province’s tea export turnover.

Thiet Quan Am Tea

Thiet Quan Am tea is a specialty tea of Hanoi capital, originating from Thiet Quan Am commune, Dong Anh district. With hundreds of years of history, Thiet Quan Am tea has become a symbol of the ancient Thang Long royal tea culture.

Thiet Quan Am tea is known for:

• Emerald green water color.
• Mild, pure fragrance.
• Sweet and slightly astringent taste.
• Ingredients from centuries-old tea trees.

In addition to supplying the domestic market, Thiet Quan Am tea is also present in many countries such as China, Taiwan, Malaysia,…

According to statistics from the Hanoi Industrial Promotion Center, in 2021, Thiet Quan Am tea enterprises exported 500 tons, reaching a turnover of about 3 million USD, an increase of 10% compared to 2020.

Black Tea (Hong Tra)

Black tea, also known as Hong Tra, is one of the most popular types of tea in the world. According to the World Tea Association report, global black tea production in 2021 reached about 3.5 million tons, accounting for 60% of total tea production.

Characteristics of black tea:

• Dark reddish-brown water color.
• Rich, warm flavor.
• High caffeine content (40-70mg/cup).
• Made from fresh tea buds that are fully fermented.

Black tea has many health benefits such as: Boosting immunity, reducing stress and fatigue, preventing skin aging, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes…

Black tea is widely used in many countries such as India, Sri Lanka, China, UK, USA,…

In Vietnam, famous black tea growing regions include Thai Nguyen, Phu Tho, Ha Giang, Lam Dong. In 2021, the country exported 140,000 tons of black tea, an increase of 6.5% compared to the previous year, reaching a turnover of about 230 million USD.

Oolong Tea

Oolong tea is one of the most famous tea brands in Vietnam, mainly produced in Lam Dong and some northern provinces such as Bac Giang and Son La.

The tea is grown at an altitude of 600-800m above sea level, with an average temperature of 20-25°C, and rainfall of 1500-2000 mm/year; it undergoes a special fermentation process. As a result, Oolong tea has a distinctive golden yellow or reddish-brown color (depending on the degree of fermentation), a characteristic mild fragrance, and a gentle astringent taste.

According to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry (USA), polyphenol compounds in Oolong tea can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

Oolong tea is often used for entertaining guests and tea appreciation. Additionally, Oolong tea has cooling effects and supports digestion, which is very good for health.

Moc Chau Tea

Along with Oolong, Moc Chau tea is also widely loved by Vietnamese people. The tea is grown on the Moc Chau plateau at an altitude of 1050m above sea level, with a cool climate year-round and an average temperature of 18-21°C.

According to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Son La province, the total tea cultivation area in the province is currently 6,500 hectares, of which the Moc Chau specialty tea region accounts for nearly 70% with an output of 33,000 tons/year. Moc Chau tea is famous for its pure flavor and clear green color. The tea contains many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants such as catechins, which are beneficial for health.

Moc Chau tea has won many high awards such as:

• Gold medal at the 7th International Tea Exhibition Fair in Shanghai (China) in 2019.
• Top 10 typical brands in Vietnam’s tea industry in 2020.
• 4-star OCOP product at the national level in 2021.

Tan Cuong Tea

Tan Cuong Tea is one of the most famous tea brands in Thai Nguyen province. According to statistics from the Vietnam Tea Association, the tea cultivation area in Thai Nguyen currently reaches about 21,000 hectares, with an output of over 90,000 tons/year. Of this, Tan Cuong tea accounts for a large proportion with about 40% of the output.

Tan Cuong tea has a deep green color, clear and thick tea water, rich taste, and sweet aftertaste. The tea is processed using traditional methods combined with modern technology, ensuring the most natural flavor is preserved. Tan Cuong tea products have been granted VietGAP certification, meeting food safety standards.

Besides the domestic market, Tan Cuong tea is also exported to many countries such as Russia, Germany, USA, Japan,…

West Lake Lotus Tea

West Lake Lotus Tea is a unique combination of Tan Cuong Non Tom tea and Bach Diep lotus flowers, originating from the West Lake craft village, Dong Anh commune, Hanoi. From ingredient harvesting to processing, everything is done entirely by hand by skilled artisans, ensuring the best quality.

Characteristics:

• Shape: Small, rolled tea leaves.
• Flavor: Sweet and creamy natural lotus fragrance, initially slightly astringent taste, followed by a deep sweet aftertaste in the throat.
• Benefits: Cooling, detoxifying, supporting digestion, suitable for use in summer and after meals.

There are currently 2 main types: traditional lotus tea (expensive, rare) and scented lotus tea (newly appeared, more affordable).

Shan Tuyet Tea from the Northwest

Shan Tuyet tea is also called “5 extreme, 6 no” tea:

• 5 extreme: extremely rare, extremely delicious, extremely clean, extremely beautiful, extremely difficult (to harvest).
• 6 no: no fertilizer, no pesticides, no growth stimulants, no tree pressing, no tree cutting, no watering.

The tea is picked from ancient tea trees hundreds of meters high, with higher leaves producing better taste. Shan Tuyet tea absorbs the essence of nature, so it has a very unique taste that is difficult to confuse with other types of tea.

Only 4 harvests are made each year with a small quantity, so Shan Tuyet tea is very precious and expensive.

Thai Nguyen Non Tom Tea

Thai Nguyen Non Tom Tea is harvested at a ratio of 1 young bud and 1 leaf, only picked when the weather is good with moderate sunshine to ensure the best quality.

The tea has a mild astringent taste, a fragrance like young rice, a deep sweet aftertaste that lingers in the throat. The tea leaves are thin, curled, and rolled together resembling the shape of a shrimp.

Thai Nguyen Non Tom Tea is famous throughout the country and is the pride of the Central Highlands region.

Related Questions About Tea Brands

1. What is the development potential of the Vietnamese tea market?

The Vietnamese tea market is assessed to have great development potential thanks to abundant raw materials, increasing tea quality, and growing domestic consumption as well as export demand.

2. Which Vietnamese tea brand has the most special and elaborate production process?

West Lake Lotus Tea is considered to have the most special and elaborate production process, with the scenting of Bach Diep lotus flowers into Tan Cuong Non Tom tea done entirely by hand by skilled artisans.

3. Which Vietnamese tea brand is highly rated for its quality and unique flavor?

Shan Tuyet Tea from the Northwest is highly rated for its quality and unique flavor, with the “5 extreme, 6 no” characteristics and harvested from ancient tea trees in high mountain areas.

4. What are the current tea consumption trends in Vietnam?

Currently, Vietnamese consumers tend to prefer natural, clean, safe, and health-beneficial teas. Additionally, specialty teas, Shan Tuyet tea, lotus tea, etc., are also attracting a lot of attention.

5. How to choose a suitable location for a tea shop business?

The location for a tea shop business should be in densely populated areas, near schools, offices, shopping centers, or areas with many tourists. Additionally, consider accessibility, convenient transportation, and the level of competition in the area.

6. What challenges are often encountered when running a tea shop?

Some common challenges when running a tea shop include: high competition, fluctuations in raw material prices, personnel management, maintaining product and service quality, attracting new customers.

7. Which company offers beautiful, high-quality, and reasonably priced uniforms for tea shop businesses?

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