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.

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)