Hue: Vietnamese Lotus Tea Workshop
- What it is: A 60-minute hands-on lotus tea workshop at Trà Việt. Located near the Imperial City area, making it convenient to include the experience in a visit to Hue.
- What makes it special: Don’t just watch, make it! Place tea inside a fresh lotus flower yourself, guided by a tea artisan. No experience needed.
- What you will experience: Watch a live demonstration, make your own lotus tea, and taste West Lake Lotus Tea.
- Culture & stories: Hear how King Tự Đức and the Nguyễn court made lotus tea a royal tradition.
- Take it home: Keep the lotus you made yourself as a handmade souvenir.
- Perfect for: Couples, solo travelers, friends and families seeking a relaxing, authentic cultural activity.
What to expect
Discover the art of Vietnamese lotus tea making in a 60-minute hands-on workshop near Hue Imperial City. Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s traditional tea culture as a skilled artisan introduces the delicate art of lotus tea scenting, including the famous West Lake Lotus Tea technique from Hanoi. Watch a live demonstration before creating your own lotus tea by carefully placing tea leaves inside a fresh lotus flower and wrapping it with lotus leaves. No prior experience is needed, making this workshop perfect for beginners. Enjoy a tasting of fragrant West Lake Lotus Tea while learning how tea leaves and lotus flowers come together to create its distinctive floral aroma. At the end of the experience, take home your handmade lotus flower as a unique souvenir of your cultural journey in Hue.
