Thai green tea is showing up in more European ranges every year. For B2B buyers, the most interesting part isn’t “novel origin” — it’s the ability to source clean, bright profiles with a supply chain that supports repeatability and traceability.
Green tea sells best when the profile is explicit: “clean & bright”, “steamed-style”, “nutty & soft”. The category alone doesn’t carry the value — the profile does.
1) Where it grows — key areas in the North
Many gardens are located in the northern highlands (incl. Chiang Rai / Chiang Mai areas), where cooler nights, morning mist and well-drained soils support a cleaner cup. Elevation is often a plus, but what matters most in the cup is how the leaf is handled after picking.
2) How green tea is made (and why it matters)
The defining step is stopping oxidation quickly after harvest. Fresh leaves are heat-treated — typically pan-fired or steamed — then rolled and dried. That preserves freshness and produces a brighter, more “lifted” profile than oolong or black tea.
3) What the cup should taste like (premium target)
- Clarity: clean aroma and a crisp, fresh finish.
- Controlled bitterness: bitterness is acceptable only if it reads “fresh”, not harsh.
- Texture: lighter body than oolong, with a smooth, non-astringent feel when brewed correctly.
- Profile notes: vegetal-fresh, sometimes floral; occasional nutty hints depending on process.
4) B2B use cases — where it performs best
- Classic hot brew: premium everyday green for retail and HoReCa.
- Cold brew: crisp and refreshing; often perceived as less bitter.
- Signature drinks: an excellent base for cafés, tea bars and clean-label RTD concepts.
- Blends: when the base is clean and stable, blending becomes consistent across batches.
5) Why European buyers pay attention
- Origin + profile: highland sourcing supports the “clean cup” story buyers want.
- Versatility: one SKU can serve hot, cold brew and café applications.
- Supply stability: when you work with selected partners, you can plan seasonal lots.
6) How ChaPol supports buyers
- Profile matching for your channel (processing style, “greenness”, bitterness tolerance),
- lot selection & QC and traceability across harvests,
- export & logistics support aligned with EU workflows,
- samples + specs with transparent, practical communication.
Next step
If you’re sourcing Thai green tea for premium retail or HoReCa, send us a short brief: market, channel, target volumes and preferred profile. We’ll propose a sample set and a delivery scenario.