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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Freight Rates Spike as Red Sea Shipping Disruptions Surge
This week, sea freight rates from Shanghai (China) to the UK increased to $10,000 per 40-foot container, four times higher than last week’s level of $2,400. MSC, the world’s largest shipping company, recently increased container shipping rates from India by 30-40%. By the morning of December 21, a total of 158 container ships were diverted […]
Vietnamese Tea Industry: Current Situation and Solutions to Enhance Export Efficiency
According to the Vietnam Tea Association’s report, the total value of tea products in 2022 amounted to 12.6 trillion Vietnamese dong, with a substantial portion directed towards exports. Vietnam’s tea exports span 74 countries, primarily targeting accessible markets like Pakistan, China, Russia, and Indonesia. However, accessing more demanding markets such as the USA and EU […]
7 Special Tea Traditions Around The World
Tea is much more than just a beverage; it’s a cultural phenomenon that has touched the lives of people from various corners of the world for centuries. From ceremonial rituals to everyday customs, the way tea is prepared and enjoyed varies significantly from one region to another. In this blog, we will explore seven tea […]
