Centuries of Wisdom in Every Leaf
For collectors and professionals who understand that the rarest teas carry stories worth waiting centuries to unfold—connection to Laos's ancient tree heritage begins here.
When Rarity Meets Responsibility
You recognize that genuine ancient tree tea represents something beyond commerce. These trees, some standing for centuries in Phongsali's forest gardens, produce material of such complexity that authenticity matters deeply. Yet the path to these sources remains unclear, obscured by intermediaries and unverifiable claims.
Perhaps you've encountered materials labeled as ancient tree without documentation. Maybe you've struggled to establish relationships with communities who manage these rare resources. The concern isn't just about acquiring tea—it's about connecting meaningfully with heritage that deserves thoughtful stewardship.
Without transparent sourcing and genuine relationships, even serious collectors find themselves navigating uncertainty. The question becomes not whether these teas exist, but how to access them in ways that honor both the material and the traditions that sustain it.
Direct Pathways to Heritage
We facilitate connections between collectors and Laos's ancient tea ecosystems through established relationships with harvesting families and transparent documentation.
Provenance Documentation
Each acquisition includes detailed records of origin, harvest date, processing method, and family lineage. This documentation travels with the tea, providing verifiable connection to source.
Community Relationships
Years of presence in Phongsali Province have established trust with families who manage forest gardens. These relationships ensure respectful access while supporting traditional stewardship practices.
Thoughtful Transport
From forest garden to your collection, we coordinate careful handling that preserves material integrity. Climate control and timing align with traditional knowledge about optimal preservation.
From Inquiry to Understanding
The journey begins with questions about what you seek and why it matters to your collection or practice. Through conversation, we identify which ancient tree materials align with your interests—whether focused on specific villages, processing styles, or aging potential.
As relationships develop, access deepens. Initial acquisitions introduce you to our network and documentation approach. Over time, notification of exceptional harvests becomes possible, and understanding of terroir and family traditions grows richer.
What emerges isn't just a collection of rare teas, but knowledge of their origins and the living heritage they represent. This understanding transforms how you engage with the material and share it with others.
Built on Years of Presence
Our work in Phongsali Province reflects sustained commitment to understanding these ecosystems and the people who steward them.
Our team combines professional tea experience with linguistic and cultural knowledge specific to Laos. This foundation enables the kind of sustained presence required to build genuine relationships with remote communities managing ancient tree resources.
Based in Luang Prabang District with regular travel to Phongsali Province, we maintain the connections that make selective sourcing possible while respecting traditional harvest cycles and community priorities.
No Obligation to Move Forward
Initial conversations explore whether our approach aligns with your needs. There's no pressure to commit, and understanding your interests helps us provide relevant information regardless of whether we work together.
For those who do move forward, we maintain communication throughout the process—from identification of materials through delivery—ensuring clarity at each step.
Our Services
Three pathways for engaging with Laos's ancient tea heritage, each designed for different needs and levels of involvement.
Ancient Tree Tea Access
Selective sourcing service connecting serious collectors with heritage tea trees through established family relationships. Includes provenance documentation and authentication.
Forest Garden Conservation
Partnership program connecting businesses with communities managing tea ecosystems sustainably. Includes purchasing commitments and transparent conservation reporting.
Aging Consultation
Advisory service for collectors exploring aged tea development using Laotian materials. Includes portfolio assessment, storage guidance, and sourcing recommendations.