Lotus Tea – West Lake Lotus & Ancient Shan Tuyet Tea

Dry-scented Lotus Tea – Discover the Pinnacle of Vietnamese Tea Artistry

Lotus Tea is not merely a beverage, but an artistic masterpiece created by the skilled hands of Vietnam’s finest tea artisans. This product represents the perfect fusion of thousand-year cultural heritage and refined tea-making artistry, offering you a unique tea experience that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Throughout Vietnamese history, only one tea has been honored with the title “King of Teas”—the imperial tea reserved exclusively for royalty: West Lake Lotus Tea. Noble Viet Tea’s Lotus Tea inherits this complete legacy, crafted using traditional methods passed down through centuries.

Exceptional Ingredients – Nature’s Harmony

Premium Ancient Shan Tuyet Tea

Each tea bud is meticulously hand-selected from ancient Shan Tuyet trees—majestic giants reaching dozens of meters in height, some over 1,000 years old, officially recognized as Vietnamese heritage trees. These extraordinary tea trees grow completely wild in the pristine mountain forests of Northern Vietnam’s six highland provinces: Hà Giang, Lào Cai, Yên Bái, Sơn La, Điện Biên, and Hòa Bình, where they have thrived naturally without human intervention for centuries.

Shan Tuyet, meaning “Mountain Snow,” derives its poetic name from the distinctive silver-white fuzzy coating that covers each tea bud like fresh snow. These ancient trees, with trunks so massive that two people cannot embrace them, grow at elevations between 1000-2,400 meters above sea level. The most prized leaves come from Hà Giang province at 2,400m altitude, where perpetual mist coverage and the dramatic temperature differences between day and night create optimal conditions for developing the tea’s legendary character.

What makes Ancient Shan Tuyet truly exceptional is its unique flavor profile that has captivated tea connoisseurs worldwide: a robust astringency that remains remarkably smooth and never bitter, followed by a lingering natural sweetness that unfolds gradually on the palate and extends long after the last sip. This extraordinary taste comes from the trees’ ancient root systems that penetrate deep into mineral-rich mountain soil and their centuries-long adaptation to the harsh highland climate with four distinct seasons in a single day.

The tea trees themselves are living monuments—some specimens require climbers to scale their heights for harvesting, as these ancient giants can tower several stories high. Their bark is covered with white moss-like growth, and their buds are adorned with the characteristic white “snow” coating that gives the tea its name. Unlike conventional teas that are cultivated, these trees exist in their original wild state, completely free from human interference, chemicals, or fertilizers—representing Vietnam’s purest tea essence in its most natural form.

The harvest season extends up to three months, far longer than the 15-20 days of regular teas, with winter and spring harvests offering the most refined and delicate fragrance, while autumn yields the most intense and robust flavor depth. The annual production remains extremely limited, making this tea one of the world’s rarest and most precious varieties. When brewing, Ancient Shan Tuyet requires no pre-rinsing—a testament to its pristine origins and natural purity.

This remarkable tea has earned international recognition, ranking among the top finest teas in the world. Rich in minerals, vitamins A and C, EGCG, Theobromine, and Theophyllin, Ancient Shan Tuyet offers exceptional health benefits—making it not just a beverage, but a treasure of Vietnamese natural heritage.

West Lake Hundred-Petaled Lotus

Not just any lotus is worthy of creating Lotus Tea. We use only Hundred-Petaled Lotus—the rare hundred-petal variety from West Lake, Hanoi. These lotus blooms are harvested between 4-6 AM, when the flowers are just beginning to open and their fragrance reaches peak intensity.

Characteristics of Hundred-Petaled Lotus:

• Hundred thick petals in vibrant pink
• Pure, naturally sweet fragrance
• Blooms only one season per year (May to July)
• Each bloom contains “lotus rice”—nature’s sacred gift of concentrated essence
• Vietnam’s most fragrant lotus variety

The Process of Creating a Masterpiece

Stage 1: Harvesting and Extracting Lotus Rice

• Lotus flowers are harvested at dawn when their fragrance remains intact
• Artisans hand-separate each “lotus rice”—tiny white translucent grains containing the concentrated essence of fragrance
• Special scale: 1,000-1,500 lotus blooms are required to obtain 2.2 lbs (1 kg) of lotus rice

Stage 2: The Mystical Scenting Process (Repeated 7-8 Times)

Traditional scenting cycle:

1. Evenly layer dried tea and lotus rice
2. Scented overnight in sealed conditions for tea to absorb complete lotus fragrance
3. Dry using secret traditional techniques
4. Sift out old lotus rice
5. Repeat the process with fresh lotus rice

Golden ratio: 2.2 lbs (1 kg) premium tea + 1,000-1,500 Hundred-Petaled Lotus blooms (depending on flower size)

Stage 3: Finishing and Packaging

After 7-8 scenting cycles, the tea has achieved “fragrance saturation”—a technical term describing when tea has absorbed sufficient lotus essence. The final product is conveniently packaged to perfectly preserve flavor for many years.

Explore the art of Lotus Tea creation by master tea artisans—click here to see the full story

Premium Tasting Experience

Quality Recognition Characteristics

Tea liquor: Bright amber
Aroma: Clean, gentle lotus fragrance, not overpowering
Flavor: Mild initial astringency → deep, lingering sweetness in the throat

Brewing Instructions

• Water temperature: 175-195°F (not fully boiling)
• Ratio: 8g tea / 200ml water (adjustable based on individual taste preference)
• Steeping time: 2-3 minutes
• Can be steeped multiple times, each infusion offering unique flavor notes

Discover detailed guidance on brewing West Lake Lotus Tea—from selecting water and teapots to step-by-step brewing techniques in this article.

Storage & Enjoyment Guide

Storage

• Keep in dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight
• Can be stored up to 2 years without losing flavor
• Maintains quality until use

Ideal Enjoyment Times

• Morning: Start your day with clear, alert spirits
• Afternoon: Relax after stressful work hours
• Work hours: Promotes alertness, refreshment, and high concentration

Why Choose Noble Viet Tea?

Absolute Quality Commitment

• ✅ 100% traditional handcraft – No machinery, no chemicals
• ✅ Limited production
• ✅ Master artisans – Inheriting traditional Hanoi secrets
• ✅ Premium ingredients – Pure, top-grade Shan Tuyet green tea scented with finest West Lake Hundred-Petaled Lotus

Smart Packaging

• Long-lasting flavor preservation
• Convenient for travel and business trips
• Elegant for gift-giving

Noble Viet Tea’s Lotus Tea serves as the perfect cultural bridge, bringing Vietnamese tea essence to international friends. This is not merely a material gift but also:

• Cultural story about the Vietnamese art of slow living
• Unique culinary experience impossible to find elsewhere
• Symbol of refinement and respect for the recipient
• Health value aligned with modern wellness trends

Noble Viet Tea’s Promise

🌸 No preservatives, no artificial flavoring, no artificial coloring
🌸 100% handcrafted production using traditional methods
🌸 Artisans with decades of experience
🌸 Rigorously selected ingredients
🌸 Closely supervised craft process at every step

Noble Viet Tea’s Lotus Tea is not just a rare and premium tea product, but an invitation to discover the profound beauty of Vietnamese culture through each sip. This is the perfect gift to share with family and friends about refinement and elegance in living.

Each cup of Lotus Tea is a journey back to pure nature, back to beautiful traditional values, and back to yourself in quiet moments amid life’s hustle and bustle.

Discover more about the thousand-year legend behind this tea, read our special series: Lotus Tea Legend

Let Noble Viet Tea bring you and your loved ones an authentic tea experience—where flavor and soul meet, where tradition and modernity harmonize. Bring this rare experience home—add to cart now.