Drinking tea has always been an integral part of Asian culture. More recently fashionable cafés have added a contemporary feel to it, from floral tea shops to traditional Chinese tea. We’ve put together a collection of tea shops building on this rich culture.
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teakha
Inspired by her family and her memories of them drinking tea, Nana opened Teakha with the purpose of bringing people together. Choose one of its single-origin teas stemming from cultures around the world, or the craft tea from Plantation by Teakha. The impressive tea selection wouldn’t be complete without some sweets treats too. Again taking inspiration from her family, the tea shop bakes simple and home-style cakes and scones with an Asian touch.
Teakha, 18 Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan, 2858 9185
Ying Kee Tea House
With over 130 years of brewing tea, Ying Kee Tea House might be the most traditional tea shop to try. Originating from Guangzhou, this shop focuses on Chinese teas such as oolong, pu-erh, green and black tea. Tea is brewed only by experienced tea masters to provide a distinctive taste that has won them multiple awards.
Ying Kee Tea House, multiple locations across Hong Kong
SP Flower & Tea Room
Inspired by the art of tea, flowers and the oriental aesthetic, SP aims to bring bliss and beauty into its tea shops. There are six house blend teas on offer as well as a range of floral decorated cakes. The appreciation and love for flowers is incorporated into the interiors of its tea shops with lots of natural plants and flora.
SP Flower & Tea Room, 66 Mody Road, Tsim Tsa Tsui, 2789 3339 and 2/F, Shop 211A, Cityplaza, Taikoo Shing, 2789 3669
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The Tea Academics
The Tea Academics is a speciality tea café that values tea’s ability to boost your immune system and improving your general health. Your tea is hand-brewed by its specialised tea masters in front of your eyes. Try one of its signature tea lattes which use plant-based milks and organic ingredients to create light and pure beverages. The café also has a range of iced teas that include natural syrups and juices to sweeten.
The Tea Academics, 1/F, LHT Tower, 31 Queen’s Road, Central, 3187 7303
Tea WG
TWG is one of the most established luxury tea brands in the world and boasts a selection of over 800 single estate harvests and tea blends. The brand is a celebration of when Singapore became the trading post for tea and spices to share its expertise whilst respecting both Asian and European traditions. With four tea shops in Hong Kong, try one of its loose leaf, bagged or tea themed delicacies.
Tea WG, multiple locations across Hong Kong
Jrink
Known as one of the leading tea suppliers, Jrink is a great online tea shop that also has an express bar in K11. The company hand blends botanicals with organic teas to make unique custom bags that start from 20kg. If you are interested in the art of tea, try its training or corporate training programs.
Tea Express Bar by Jrink, Shop 201, 2/F, K11, 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 60737072
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Basao
Basao is a tea shop that respects tradition but offers refreshing and creative concepts to offer reinterpreted tea. Its cups of organic single origin tea from China, Sri Lanka to Nepal will awaken your senses. With a heavy importance of sustainable agriculture and respect for ecology, it’s products is the most natural you might find.
Basao, 17 Moon Street, Wan Chai, 2952 3313 and 16 Pak Sha Road, Causeway Bay, 2338 8172
Yu Tea House
The Chinese character ‘Yú’ is the same for the character that translates to healing. With this concept, the tea shop promotes the health and wellness that can be brought by drinking tea. Sit with a view of Hong Kong’s iconic harbour and feel rejuvenated with every sip.
Yu Tea House, Shop 230, 2/F, Star House, 3 Salisbury Road, Tsim Tsa Tsui, 3419 1089
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Green Ginkgo Tea
Green Ginkgo Tea is the first tea shop that hand brews every cup. The interactive experience with the barista allows diners to discuss their preferences and understand more behind the art of tea. With a regular and seasonal menu, the teas are classified depending on their roast, freshness and sweetness. The tea shop also offers a monthly tea subscription for the tea lovers who want to bring authentic tea home.
Green Ginkgo Tea, 1 Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan
Tealosophy
Following the ritual of preparing and serving the Japanese green tea, matcha, this tea shop is inspired by many Japanese elements. Both hand-brewed and cold brew tea is available or try the matcha that has been selected by tea masters. If you love the product, you can even buy the Shizuoka tea powder to take home.
Tealosophy, 38 Wyndham Street, Central
