Vietnamese Tea Culture: Black Tea And Green Tea Daily Drinking
With the history of planting tea for over 2000 years, Vietnam is one of the largest and oldest tea-producing countries in the world. Although the history of Vietnamese tea has not been well recorded as that of the Chinese or Japanese, tea drinking occupies an essential role in Vietnamese culture, both in the past and […]
Black Tea vs Green Tea: What’s the difference?
When it comes to tea, there’s a world of flavors, aromas, and traditions to explore. Two of the most popular types of tea, green tea and black tea, stand out not only for their distinctive tastes but also for their unique manufacturing processes. In this post, let’s dive into the fascinating process of how these […]
Sidewalk Iced Tea – The Unique Culture In Hanoi
As the capital of many dynasties, with a history spanning nearly 1000 years, the lifestyle of Hanoi’s residents has been known for its simplicity but warmth. In Hanoi, stepping out of your house and onto the street, you’ll immediately encounter the scenery of drinking iced tea across the streets or in the narrow alleys. With […]
How to brew a perfect cup of oolong tea?
Brewing a perfect cup of oolong tea is an art that requires patience, precision, and a whole lot of appreciation for the nuances of this exquisite tea variety. Whether you’re a seasoned tea enthusiast or a curious beginner, check out this guide from Nang Mai to help you brew that impeccable cup of oolong tea. […]
What’s the difference between Vietnamese and Chinese tea culture?
Tea culture has existed for a long time. The origin of tea originates from East Asia and Southeast Asia, the tea tree was originally planted and exploited by Chinese people first. Then there are neighboring lands like Vietnam, where people also gradually grow more tea. Therefore, Vietnamese tea culture is heavily influenced by Chinese tea […]
Tea tree: Origin, Classification, Use and Dissemination Process
Origin and history of tea Tea is a tree with the longest cultivation history, green leaves all year round, white flowers. Tea is grown for about 5 years and harvested for about 25 years. Tea plants only grow in areas with no frost, cool, suitable for areas with an average rainfall of 3000ml / year, […]
Traditional tea culture of Vietnam
Tea is used by Vietnamese people throughout the year, for a lifetime, from the street side café to family teapot, or luxury restaurants. Sipping a cup of tea is the beginning of a conversation with friends and sudden exchanges to become friends. Vietnamese tea plants have become a source of emotional communication in daily life, […]
Vietnam’s unique ancient Shan Tuyet tea forest in pictures
Situated at an altitude of nearly 1,400 meters above sea level, Suoi Giang in Van Chan district, Yen Bai province is the home to the oldest tea trees in Vietnam. “I have traveled across 120 countries which have tea trees in the world, but I’ve not seen any perennial tea trees like those in Suoi […]
Tea Production in Vietnam: A History and Evolution
Ask people where tea comes from and not many will immediately think of Vietnam. Yet, according to the most recently published UN FAO statistics, Vietnam was the sixth largest producer and fifth largest exporter of tea in the world. This disconnect reflects the country’s strategy of quantity over quality. As someone living in Vietnam who […]
Overview of Tea Production and Export Situation in Vietnam in 2023
I. Production: Total area: 115,000 hectares. Average yield: 7.5 tons per hectare. Fresh tea output: 860,000 tons. Finished tea output: 170,000 tons. II. Consumption: Official export: 121,000 tons. Informal export: 6,000 tons. Domestic consumption: 45,000 tons. III. Total Revenue: Official export revenue: $210 million USD. Informal export revenue: $12 million USD. Domestic consumption revenue: $315 […]
