Hanoi Tea Workshop: Fresh Lotus Tea from West Lake

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

One cup of lotus tea carries the fragrance of an entire summer at West Lake.

Unlike factory-made scented teas, this workshop reveals a living heritage, preserved through patience, skill, and respect for nature — a quiet luxury you can taste.

This experience focuses on authentic craftsmanship, not commercial tea production

Seasonal elements (fresh lotus) may vary depending on harvest time

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Step into the refined world of West Lake Lotus Tea (Trà Sen Hồ Tây) — the most treasured tea tradition of Hanoi, once reserved for royalty and scholars. In this immersive workshop, you’ll explore how delicate lotus fragrance is naturally infused into green tea using an age-old, labor-intensive method that requires over 1,000 fresh lotus flowers for just one kilogram of tea. This is not just a tea tasting — it’s a cultural journey into Hanoi’s slow rhythm, craftsmanship, and quiet elegance. A portion of the experience supports children’s education at our farm — a meaningful way to honor the hands behind every leaf you enjoy.

Sample Menu

starter

Learn the Story Behind Lotus Tea

Discover why West Lake lotus tea is considered the “king of Vietnamese teas”

main

Explore Real Lotus Ingredients

See and smell fresh lotus stamens (gạo sen) Learn how to distinguish authentic lotus tea from flavored alternatives

main

Understand the Traditional Scenting Process

Step-by-step explanation of the multi-day lotus scenting technique Learn why this process has remained unchanged for generations

main

Brew & Taste Like a Local

Hands-on brewing guidance: water temperature, steeping time, tea ratios Taste and identify aroma layers, gentle bitterness, and sweet aftertaste

dessert

Enjoy a Guided Tea Tasting

Pair lotus tea with traditional Vietnamese sweets Compare lotus tea with another Vietnamese scented tea

What‘s Included

Premium West Lake lotus tea tasting

Certificate (if request)

Fresh Lotus Tea Tasting

Traditional Vietnamese snacks

PDF file for Vietnamese Lotus Tea brewing

Luggage keeper (up to 3 days)

Tea brewing practice

Welcome Herbal Drink

Cultural storytelling & Q&A

Guided lotus tea workshop

Personal expenses

Options

Join-in Included Transfer

Duration: 3 hours

Join-in NO Transfer

Duration: 2 hours

Reviews

5.00

47 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Simone was Amazing!
jonaec2024,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing time with Simone. He was so knowledgeable and made the class very fun. We’ve had a lot of coffee since we have been in Vietnam but this coffee was the best we’ve had so far. He changed my view on egg coffee now I’m in love.
Mastrclass
143thea,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience. Educational across history and cultures. Great intro into Vietnamese coffee. Highly recommend.
loved it. a must in hanoi
OreAAlaka,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Simon was great. super friendly, super patient, super informative. great demonstrations and great coffee. loads of fun
How to become Vietnamese coffee experts
Seaside21439016640,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
PA was a fantastic teacher. Really interesting and interactive workshop where the main Vietnamese coffees are prepared. Great English, very understandable and very good PA at keeping everyone's attention and interest. Super recommended!
Great.
245leale,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience. We learned a lot about coffee and its importance in Vietnamese culture. Piey was adorable and accompanied us throughout. I highly recommend this caffeinated experience.
Delicious and informative
234brindak,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely location, delicious coffee and su was very friendly and informative telling us all about the history of coffee in Vietnam. I had a great experience. Would recommend to anybody who is passionate about coffee.
Brilliant coffee course
Andy S,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brilliant morning spent at Su Quan Roastery, making egg, coconut and salt coffee. Really enjoyable session and incredibly informative. Great coffee!
Experience at the top!
naormn,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience! We loved ... Between coffee and tasting, everything was really amazing... we recommend it
Very nice tasting experience in Hanoi. It was great!
Synnott M,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice experience of Vietnamese culture. We tasted several coffees and liquors. I recommend the experience.
100% recommended this experience
N1735TSjavierd,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Experience 100% recommended. I really like coffee and we were able to taste and learned to make all the traditional Vietnamese ways to prepare it. Very interesting and especially lovely staff. I would recommend it to my family and friends without hesitation. Looking forward to preparing what I have learned at home.