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Teas From Southeast Asia

Southeast Asian teas offer incredible energy and remarkable flavor. Parts of northern Thailand and Laos are covered in ancient tea forests, where wild tea trees thrive in harmony with the surrounding biodiversity. Tea produced from these old-growth forests is utterly unique and not to be missed.

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Ruby Oolong

Organic Oolong Tea
Deep | Complex | Rich
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Wild Thai Black

Organic Black Tea
Rich | Aromatic | Fruity
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Wild Thai Green

Organic Green Tea
Floral | Toasty | Tropical
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Butterfly Pea Flower

Caffeine-Free Pure Botanical
Fresh | Edamame | Earthy
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Sweet Thai Tea Powder

Sweetened Black Tea Powder
Sweet | Creamy | Rich
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Butterfly Pea Limeade Powder

Caffeine-Free Botanical Powder
Tangy | Mild | Refreshing
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Butterfly Pea Flower Powder

Caffeine-Free Botanical Powder
Fresh | Toasty | Vegetal
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Passionfruit Amla Gotu Kola

Caffeine-Free Botanical Powder
Tart | Juicy | Zesty
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Hibiscus Limeade Powder

Caffeine-Free Botanical Powder

What is Garden
Direct Tea?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

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Ruby Oolong SACHETS Rishi Tea & Botanicals

Ruby Oolong

Organic Oolong Tea Sachets
Deep | Rich | Complex
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Doi Wawee Sun-Dried Red Tea

Garden Direct Red Tea
Malty | Honey | Berry Compote
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Doi Wawee Sheng Pu'er Vintage Spring 2020

Garden Direct Pu'er Tea
Sandalwood | Wild Honey | Vibrant
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Laos Sheng Pu’er Tea Cake Vintage 2021

Garden Direct Pu'er Tea
Wildflower Honey | Ripe Fruit | Piney
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Doi Wawee Shaihong Spring Cake

Garden Direct Red Tea
Malty | Sweet Date | Black Sugar
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Laos Sheng Pu’er Tea Brick Vintage 2022

Garden Direct Pu'er Tea
Tropical Fruit | Tree Resin | Wild Orchid
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Doi Wawee Sheng Pu'er Vintage Spring 2022

Garden Direct Pu'er Tea
Red Cedar | Orchid | Wild Honey
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Kokang Gold Leaf Sheng Pu’er Tea Cake 2021 Vintage

Garden Direct Pu'er Tea
Wood Magnolia | Orchid | Tropical Nectar
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Laos Sheng Pu’er Tea Cake Vintage 2022

Garden Direct Pu’er Tea
Wild Orchid | Tree Sap | Fermented Jackfruit
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Reviews

What Rishi Tea Drinkers
Are Saying

"This is by far the best Earl Grey tea I have had. I drink a lot of tea and only drink Rishi Earl Grey. You will love the flavor. "

—Marshall

Earl Grey Supreme

Rich | Citrusy | Floral

"I don't believe there is a better green tea you can get in a bag. The evidence is in the bright, even, grassy green color this tea makes."

—JD

Matcha Super Green

Sweet | Smooth | Umami

"I love this tea - the richness of it is amazing, and it relaxes me with the ginger and turmeric. Such a winner :)"

—Kayla

Turmeric Ginger

Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant

"This tea is absolutely amazing! I feel immediate uplifting effects after consuming. Rishi has the best quality tea that I have found on any shelf thus far."

—Tia

Blueberry Hibiscus

Vibrant | Tart | Luscious

"This is seriously the BEST chai concentrate out there. It's incredible and has such a great spice. I'll never go back to another brand."

—Courtney

Masala Chai Concentrate

Spicy | Rich | Fragrant

"This is my first tasting of oolong tea and I'm in love! It's flavor is delicate yet robust and floral. Absolutely delicious, my new favorite tea."

—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth

"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

Discover the Exceptional Teas of Southeast Asia

Although handcrafted with the same care and precision as teas from China or Japan, Southeast Asian teas don’t get the same recognition. Rishi Tea & Botanicals is on a mission to change that. We’ve fallen in love with the vibrant energy of the wild tea trees from Laos and the distinct floral flavors of Thai black tea and Ruby oolongs. Southeast Asian herbal teas create infusions of electrifying colors with bold and exciting flavors. Our most popular powdered tea mixes also come from this region of the world. It’s time to discover your new favorite tea origin. 

How to Use/Brew Southeast Asian Teas

Many people have migrated to Southeast Asia over the years, and each group has brought a different style of making tea. From highly oxidized oolongs that require rinsing and are best brewed in a Gaiwan or Gongfu teapot to pressed vintage tea cakes that can be infused multiple times, each tea is slightly different. We encourage getting creative with our Southeast Asian herbal teas, which make refreshing iced teas and cocktails. 

FAQs

One of the reasons we’re so excited about Southeast Asian teas is that many of them come from very biodiverse environments that do not require heavy pesticides, synthetic fertilizers or expensive irrigation. The ancient trees survive as they always have by existing in harmony with nature. They develop deep roots that pull nutrients from healthy soil. It’s one of the cleanest and most sustainable ways to grow and harvest tea. 

Yes, Butterfly Pea flowers contain the same chemical compounds that give blueberries and grapes their dark purple hues. The people of Southeast Asia use Butterfly Pea flowers as a natural dye. The Asian herbal tea is also a refreshing way to cool off on a hot, humid day. 

Oolong is a style of tea that originated in China but is made in many different parts of the world. Oolong teas are a category to themselves because they can range from slightly oxidized with a slightly yellow or light green brew to heavily oxidized and roasted, like our Ruby oolong from Thailand. Oolongs are often withered and rolled into little balls. 

Tea is More Than Just a Beverage

The more you learn about tea, the more you realize it’s not just a beverage. Tea is a truly versatile ingredient and an experience. At Rishi Tea & Botanicals, we love to cook with tea, bake with it, infuse it into cocktails and mocktails, and so much more. Explore our tea recipe collection to discover exciting ways to incorporate your favorite teas into new taste experiences. Explore the exciting world of culinary tea with us today!