Tea connoisseurs, this one’s for you. Coffee-only drinkers, get out of here and go here instead. While Thailand may not be a global powerhouse in tea like Japan or China, there are a few Thai-originated brands worth testing and tasting.
To clarify, we’re not talking about Thai tea or cha yen here, but homegrown tea labels in general. This list goes beyond your usual matcha and Thai milk tea, and we’re certain that at least some of these will be your cup of tea. So, here’s the spill on the Thai tea brands worth knowing. Show some love to our local manufacturers.
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6 Thai tea brands to sip and savour
Monsoon Tea
Sustainable and forest-friendly, Monsoon Tea works closely with local communities up north and places strong emphasis on biodiversity preservation. Grown in harmony with nature, the brand offers a selection of over 100 unique teas and now supplies hotels and restaurants worldwide.
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Cha Tra Mue
Arguably the most popular Thai tea brand of all, Cha Tra Mue has cemented itself as a household name both nationally and internationally. Established in 1945, the brand now boasts hundreds of branches within and beyond Thailand. In addition to its wide range of tea products, the brand also offers catering services.
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Karun Thai Tea
Karun Thai tea, a brand that bridges the classic and contemporary, specialises in traditional cha yen with a creative twist. From drinks like ‘Classic Cheesecake Thai Tea slushy’ and ‘Blueberry Cheesecake Thai tea,’ to desserts such as ‘Thai tea Mosaic Crepe Cake’ and ‘Thai Tiramisu,’ this is a haven for all things Thai tea.
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Saro Royal Lotus Tea
As the name suggests, Saro Royal Lotus Tea is crafted from delicate parts of the sacred lotus, sourced from rare, indigenous harvests across Thailand. With its nuanced blends and natural aromas, this tea embodies the flower’s signature qualities, like purity and serenity.
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TEA Corporation., Ltd.
Since 2012, TEA Corporation has specialised in producing and supplying raw materials, from loose-leaf teas to tea powders. Their catalogue includes ‘Assam Black Tea,’ ‘Osmanthus Tea,’ and flavoured milk teas like ‘Cantaloupe Powder’ and’ Taro Powder.’
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Khiri Thai Tea
Concluding our list is another homegrown label that focuses on Thai tea in all its forms. Whether in a can, a cup, or a dessert, Khiri Thai Tea delivers inventive Thai tea-inspired creations. The brand sources its leaves from the mountains of northern Thailand, including Lampang and Nan.
Find out more information here.
Note : The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.