Introduction Nepal produces far more than just one kind of tea. Across the country, tea leaves are processed into black, green, white, oolong and specialty teas, while CTC tea forms another important part of Nepal's wider tea industry. Most of these teas come from the same tea plant, Camellia sinensis. What makes them different is mainly what happens after the leaves are picked. Withering, rolling,...

Introduction Ilam is one of Nepal's best-known tea-growing regions. Located in the eastern hills of the country, the district is recognised for its rolling tea gardens, long history of tea cultivation and important role in Nepal's orthodox tea industry. Tea has also become closely connected with Ilam's identity. Visitors to the region encounter hills covered with tea bushes, while local farmers, estates and tea processors...

Organic Tea in Nepal: Growing Regions, Types & Production Introduction Nepal's eastern hills are widely known for tea production, with estates and small farmers producing orthodox teas across areas such as Ilam, Panchthar and Dhankuta. Within this industry, organic tea has become an important part of Nepal's specialty tea sector. Organic tea in Nepal generally refers to tea grown and processed according to organic production...

Discover Nepal tea, from its Himalayan growing regions and traditional tea varieties to production, culture and the growing tea industry.