Vietnam black tea
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€8.15
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Banana Black
Ref : TN5452
Vietnam black tea
Organic farming
Fair trade
Ancient and wild tea bushes
Plain tea
Tea preparation tips
Quantity
2g /25cl
Consumption
Morning
Infusion time
3-4 min
Water temperature
95°C
A gourmet and original natural tea
An original black tea! The leaves and numerous buds taken from ancient tea bushes in North Vietnam have been processed in bamboo baskets lined with fresh banana leaves. The woody attack and its hint of bitterness quickly give way to a range of sweet, wild and spicy notes that linger pleasantly on the palate.
Tea composition
- Black tea*
*Organically grown.
Source of ingredients
Van Chan cooperative
Terroir
This cooperative of small producers is located in the province of Yen Bai in north-western Vietnam. It is characterized by mountainous terrain and deep valleys with considerable variation in altitude. The province enjoys a tropical monsoon climate with generally high humidity. The soils are mainly ferrallitic, typical of tropical mountainous regions. Rainfall during the rainy season supplies the province with water and maintains a good level of soil moisture. Outside periods of heavy rainfall, several rivers crossing Yen Bai, such as the Thao River and its tributaries, play a crucial role in irrigating farmland. The region's tropical forests are home to many species of trees and medicinal plants.
Community projects
The Van Chan cooperative was founded in 2004 with the aim of exporting organic produce produced by ethnic minorities in the high mountains of Yen Bai. Faithful to their languages and customs, these producer communities are committed to preserving their culture while improving their living conditions. Fairtrade certified, the Fairtrade Premium has enabled us to carry out projects linked to business development, through training, expansion of production areas and infrastructure improvements. One example is the reconstruction of a bridge in the Suoi Bu commune, following storm damage. The grant has also been used to finance organic farming training courses for all members.
Organic farming
We have always offered organically grown teas and herbal teas, and used natural, organic flavours. We go even further, demanding that our suppliers use certified organic flavor carriers and solvents. Certified since 1994.
Fair trade
A WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization) certified member, Les Jardins de Gaïa has been committed to fair trade since its creation: from the tea leaf to the cup, all our practices meet fair trade requirements. To find out more: www.wfto.com.
Ancient and wild tea bushes
We offer teas from Vietnam, Laos and Yunnan that come from ancient, wild tea bushes, rich in active ingredients and antioxidants. This variety still grows in the dense tropical forests of the Golden Triangle mountains, and its promotion prevents deforestation in this region, and enables local minorities to survive.
Plain tea
White, green, black and dark teas from China, India, Japan and elsewhere are all varieties from the same plant: the tea plant. Once plucked, the leaf is processed in different ways, undergoing numerous transformations. Depending on the terroir, the fineness of the leaf and the way it is processed, the result is an unlimited palette of tastes and vintages.
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Reviews
4.9 / 5
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CATHERINE E. published the 13/10/2024 following an order made on 19/09/2024
5/5
tous vos thés reçoivent mon agrément de par leur qualité, leur diversité
Thérèse Marie D. published the 13/03/2024 following an order made on 15/02/2024
5/5
J’aime l’infusion sombre et le parfum particulier de ce thé
Tiphaine R. published the 24/02/2024 following an order made on 31/01/2024
5/5
J’attendais impatiemment ce petit Banana black de retour, lui aussi encore apprécié suite à un échantillon en boutique. Étonnant de douceur et de moelleux, léger sans aucune fadeur, avec un arrière fond de chocolat noir comme du cacao à l’eau, et même une pointe sucrée au palais. Il pourrait être bu par des enfants. Un beau classique, se réinfuse très bien. Une fois versé laisser reposer une dizaine de minutes après infusion (si 90-95°), ne pas sauter sur sa tasse pour bien apprécier le goût d’un thé, d’une manière générale il doit redescendre un peu en température.
Dominique V. published the 14/02/2024 following an order made on 07/02/2024
5/5
Je connais très bien ce thé et on ne le trouve plus dans le point de vente où je l'achetais régulièrement depuis des années. J'avais beaucoup de mal à m'en passer et je suis ravie de pouvoir le retrouver.
MYCHELE D. published the 12/07/2023 following an order made on 06/07/2023
5/5
beaucoup de douceur ,excellent pour le matin
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