Lotus tea artisan Ngo Van Xiem (78 years old) and his family meticulously follow traditional methods to infuse the tea with lotus flowers. (Photo: VNA)
Fresh lotus tea, while less intricate and lacking the lotus fragrance infused into traditional lotus tea, offers advantages in faster production and supplying larger quantities to the market. (Photo: VNA)
In addition to traditional West lake lotus tea, establishments in Quảng An Ward, Hanoi, also produce fresh lotus tea to cater to diverse customer preferences. (Photo: VNA)
West lake lotus tea is a prestigious product of Hanoi, exemplified by the "Hien Xiem lotus tea" brand, recognised with a 4-star OCOP (One Commune One Product) rating and historically served at Vietnamese tea ceremonies for international dignitaries. (Photo: VNA)
Amidst cherished friends, savoring the rich flavor of lotus tea has long been a special tradition for Hanoians. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoians boast West Lake lotus tea
Dubbed the "most premium tea of time," West Lake lotus tea is a specialty of Hanoi cuisine and is considered rare and precious. The tea is crafted with exceptional intricacy and refinement, from selecting the ingredients to the production process.
