Organic New Zealand Grown Tea

ORGANIC NZ TEA

It is hard to believe that the magnificent 48ha, certified organic Zealong Tea Estate was once a dairy farm. Today, 1.2 million Camellia sinensis bushes are loving nurtured by our farm team, and the impressive tea rows provide a safe haven to an abundance of native birds and wildlife.

Zealong tea is carefully handpicked by skilled and expert workers during only three short harvest seasons each year.

TEA MASTERY

Tea is a science, but it is also an art.

Our skilled Tea Masters bring with them a wealth of traditional knowledge and years of experience in turning hand-picked tea leaves into exquisite tea flavours.

Every batch of fresh leaves is different, leading to countless micro-adjustments as they dry, roast, shape, and roll our delicate tea leaves to perfection in our modern facility.

TEA TASTING

Each batch of tea which passes through our factory must undergo a sensory evaluation by our team of experts from all over the world. The tea leaves – both dry and wet – are examined, the aroma, taste, and colour of the tea is appreciated, and multiple infusions compared.

It is amazing that with so many different batches of tea from each season, we retain the complex, international award-winning taste profiles for which Zealong tea is known.

DISCOVER TEA EXPERIENCES

Discover a whole new world of tea.

Be informed and entertained in equal measure – explore every step of the tea making journey through our estate, or simply enjoy the taste of our glorious tea.

The tea walk guides visitors through the history of tea as they explore unique sculptures and scenic stops to learn how tea is picked and processed.

TEA CEREMONY

Enjoy the ancient art of the tea ceremony, which describes the fine art of tea appreciation and how to brew the perfect cup.

As part of our guided tour, all five of Zealong’s Origin Collection tea are presented at this experience, with a focus on identifying flavours and qualities through whole leaf styles, colour, aroma, and taste.