AFRICAN TEA
From the lush hills of Kenya to the mountains of Rwanda and Malawi, African teas are renowned for their strength, clarity, and vibrant energy, offering a blend of tradition and innovation in every cup.
At AN SHIM TEA, we recognize the unique character of African tea by offering a curated selection from pioneering gardens across the continent, crafted with precision, grown in harmony with the land, and appreciated for their bold flavor.
At AN SHIM TEA, we recognize the unique character of African tea by offering a curated selection from pioneering gardens across the continent, crafted with precision, grown in harmony with the land, and appreciated for their bold flavor.
ABOUT
Tea cultivation in Africa began in the early 20th century, introduced by British colonial agricultural projects. Although younger than Asian tea traditions, African tea has rapidly developed a strong identity rooted in its diverse ecosystems, altitudes, and innovative practices. Today, several African countries are among the world’s largest tea producers, with a growing movement toward specialty and artisanal production...
Tea cultivation in Africa began in the early 20th century, introduced by British colonial agricultural projects. Although younger than Asian tea traditions, African tea has rapidly developed a strong identity rooted in its diverse ecosystems, altitudes, and innovative practices. Today, several African countries are among the world’s largest tea producers, with a growing movement toward specialty and artisanal production...
SATEMWA TEA ESTATE, MALAWI
Founded in 1923, Satemwa Tea Estate is one of the oldest family-owned tea estates in Africa, located in the fertile Shire Highlands of southern Malawi. Nestled near Mount Mulanje at altitudes between 1,000 and 1,200 meters, Satemwa has built a century-long reputation for quality, sustainability, and innovation in tea production. Established by Scottish planter Maclean Kay, the estate remains under the stewardship of the Kay family, now in its third generation. Today, Satemwa is managed by Alexander Kay, who has transformed the estate into a leading producer of artisanal teas. His commitment to tradition and experimentation has positioned Satemwa as a pioneer in African specialty tea, producing white, green, wulong, black, and dark teas using both traditional and modern techniques...
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