Quang An lotus-scented tea craft of Hanoi

Happy Vietnam

Quang An lotus-scented tea from Tay Ho ward of Hanoi is regarded as one of the most treasured culinary heritages of the capital city. Photo: Khanh Hoa – VNA
Family members work together to complete each stage of the tea-scenting process with precision and care to ensure the highest quality fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Bach Diep lotus flowers used for tea scenting are harvested before sunrise, the ideal stage for capturing their finest fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Family members work together to complete each stage of the tea-scenting process with precision and care to ensure the highest quality fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Scenting the tea is the most crucial stage in the traditional craft of lotus tea making. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Each 100 grams of lotus stamens requires between 100 and 120 lotus blossoms. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Extracting lotus stamens is considered the most demanding stage of the process, requiring speed and dexterity to preserve their delicate fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Extracting lotus stamens is considered the most demanding stage of the process, requiring speed and dexterity to preserve their delicate fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Bach Diep lotus flowers used for tea scenting are harvested before sunrise, the ideal stage for capturing their finest fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Extracting lotus stamens is considered the most demanding stage of the process, requiring speed and dexterity to preserve their delicate fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Bach Diep lotus flowers used for tea scenting are harvested before sunrise, the ideal stage for capturing their finest fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Extracting lotus stamens is considered the most demanding stage of the process, requiring speed and dexterity to preserve their delicate fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Family members work together to complete each stage of the tea-scenting process with precision and care to ensure the highest quality fragrance. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Quang An lotus-scented tea craft of Hanoi
Renowned as the "finest tea through the ages," Quang An lotus-scented tea from Tay Ho ward of Hanoi is regarded as one of the most treasured culinary heritages of the capital city. The delicate harmony between the naturally sweet taste of premium green tea and the pure fragrance of West Lake's Bach Diep (hundred petal) lotus creates a rare delicacy that embodies the distinctive character of Hanoi. Behind each cup of tea with elegant aroma lies the centuries-old craft of traditional lotus tea scenting, a heritage passed down through generations of skilled artisans. From the meticulous selection of tea leaves and lotus stamen to the labour-intensive scenting and drying process that takes several days, the process reflects extraordinary craftsmanship, patience, and unwavering dedication. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA