Hanoi Tea Workshop: Specialty Fresh Lotus Tea from West Lake
Overview
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2 hours
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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
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
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Learn the Story Behind Lotus Tea
Discover why West Lake lotus tea is considered the “king of Vietnamese teas”
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Explore Real Lotus Ingredients
See and smell fresh lotus stamens (gạo sen) Learn how to distinguish authentic lotus tea from flavored alternatives
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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
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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
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Enjoy a Guided Tea Tasting
Pair lotus tea with traditional Vietnamese sweets Compare lotus tea with another Vietnamese scented tea
Options
Join-in NO Transfer
Duration: 2 hours
Join-in Included Transfer
Duration: 3 hours
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
114 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible experience
mabelmU6829FS,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mark was incredible- very personable, knowledgable and funny! We had a great time both making the coffee, learning the history, and drinking the coffee! Highly recommend for any coffee lovers or even people keen to learn more about the varieties of coffee.
wonderful coffee workshop experience
W3065HJclairet,May 31, 2026
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5.00wonderful experience here with our guide, mark. enjoyed my time here and loved every cup of coffee we made!
So fun and delicious
Z3862YPsarahc,May 31, 2026
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5.00Mark was so knowledgeable and funny! He helped us make delicious coffee and have such a good time.
Good coffee experience
aminalapoker,May 30, 2026
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5.00It’s good experience learning from Marbel
Delicious
jiahongl2014,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mark was very knowledgeable! Great energu and great drinks
Top actovity
Emmalbarber,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great tho g to do. Lots of information and plenty of tasting. Mark was the best.
A fun time in Vietnam
V7086HI ,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fun coffee class with Mark I made my trip to Hanoi more enjoyable
I got a variety of coffee recipes
Inspire22401050260,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very enjoyable experience and it was good to have a variety of Vietnamese coffee.
Good experience
V3122CX,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fun experience to try different kinds of Vietnam coffee, Mark speaks excellent English and would slow down for people who hv difficulty understanding, by all means, even if u don’t understand English , u can just follow the instructions and taste all coffee
Such a fun workshop
Happiness34680882325,May 25, 2026
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5.00This workshop is fun and informative, you are allowed to drink different kinds of Viennese coffee and to get interesting information of local coffee. Our coffee instructor Mark is very friendly and fun! It was such a great experience!!
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