AUTHENTIC CHINESE TEA FOR REFINED BUSINESSES
AUTHENTIC CHINESE TEA FOR REFINED BUSINESSES
Origin-sourced loose leaf tea, crafted through tradition.
Origin-sourced loose leaf tea, crafted through tradition.
At Hence Tea, we partner with businesses that value authenticity, quality, and meaningful customer experiences.We specialize in sourcing true loose leaf Chinese tea directly from origin, working closely with tea regions, mountains, and producers across China.
Our goal is to support our partners in serving tea that is not only excellent in taste, but also rich in culture, craftsmanship, and story.
Who We Work With
Tea Shops & Tea Houses
High-end retailers and authentic Chinese tea houses. Teas with a region, a producer, and depth your regulars will test you on.
Fine Dining
A tea program that stands beside the wine list, chosen to work with your kitchen.
Boutique Cafés
For cafés built on craft, where tea deserves the same attention as the coffee.
Hotels & Hospitality
A refined tea service your guests remember and mention.
Private Events & Experiences
Tea as the event itself — tastings, ceremonies, curated gatherings.
What we offer
More Than a Tea Supplier
We specialize in sourcing true loose leaf Chinese tea directly from origin, working closely with tea regions, mountains, and producers across China: Pu-erh from Yunnan’s ancient trees, oolong and white teas from Fujian, Phoenix Dan Cong from Guangdong, Longjing and classic greens from Zhejiang, and Huangshan Maofeng from Anhui.
Buying this way means every tea on your menu has a place and a maker behind it, and that it tastes the same each time you reorder. Our goal is to support our partners in serving tea that is not only excellent in taste, but also rich in culture, craftsmanship, and story.
- Sourced at Origin
- Built With You
- Supported Long-Term
Curated Selection
We help you build a tea offering that aligns with your brand: signature house teas, premium tasting selections, and seasonal or limited offerings.
Consistency & Reliability
We provide dependable supply with consistent quality — so your customers can enjoy the same experience over time.
Menu & Experience Support
We support your business beyond sourcing: tea menu curation, pairing guidance for food, desserts and tasting flights, and signature tea concepts for your brand.
Training & Education
For our partners, we offer in-person tea sessions: staff training on brewing techniques and tea knowledge, client-facing tea experiences and presentations, and brand collaborations and experiential events.
What we offer
More Than a Tea Supplier
We specialize in sourcing true loose leaf Chinese tea directly from origin, working closely with tea regions, mountains, and producers across China: Pu-erh from Yunnan’s ancient trees, oolong and white teas from Fujian, Phoenix Dan Cong from Guangdong, Longjing and classic greens from Zhejiang, and Huangshan Maofeng from Anhui.
Buying this way means every tea on your menu has a place and a maker behind it, and that it tastes the same each time you reorder. Our goal is to support our partners in serving tea that is not only excellent in taste, but also rich in culture, craftsmanship, and story.
- Sourced at Origin
- Built With You
- Supported Long-Term
Curated Selection
We help you build a tea offering that aligns with your brand: signature house teas, premium tasting selections, and seasonal or limited offerings.
Consistency & Reliability
We provide dependable supply with consistent quality — so your customers can enjoy the same experience over time.
Menu & Experience Support
We support your business beyond sourcing: tea menu curation, pairing guidance for food, desserts and tasting flights, and signature tea concepts for your brand.
Training & Education
For our partners, we offer in-person tea sessions: staff training on brewing techniques and tea knowledge, client-facing tea experiences and presentations, and brand collaborations and experiential events.
What we offer
More Than a Tea Supplier
We specialize in sourcing true loose leaf Chinese tea directly from origin, working closely with tea regions, mountains, and producers across China: Pu-erh from Yunnan’s ancient trees, oolong and white teas from Fujian, Phoenix Dan Cong from Guangdong, Longjing and classic greens from Zhejiang, and Huangshan Maofeng from Anhui.
Buying this way means every tea on your menu has a place and a maker behind it, and that it tastes the same each time you reorder. Our goal is to support our partners in serving tea that is not only excellent in taste, but also rich in culture, craftsmanship, and story.
- Sourced at Origin
- Built With You
- Supported Long-Term
Curated Selection
We help you build a tea offering that aligns with your brand: signature house teas, premium tasting selections, and seasonal or limited offerings.
Consistency & Reliability
We provide dependable supply with consistent quality — so your customers can enjoy the same experience over time.
Menu & Experience Support
We support your business beyond sourcing: tea menu curation, pairing guidance for food, desserts and tasting flights, and signature tea concepts for your brand.
Training & Education
For our partners, we offer in-person tea sessions: staff training on brewing techniques and tea knowledge, client-facing tea experiences and presentations, and brand collaborations and experiential events.
Where Our Tea Comes From
Jingdezhen
Hangzhou
Huangshan
Pu-erh City
Wuyi Mountain
Suzhou
Yixing
Qimen
Phoenix Mountain
Lincang
Fuding
Anxi
Where Our Tea Comes From
Jingdezhen
Hangzhou
Huangshan
Wuyi Mountain
Suzhou
Yixing
Qimen
Phoenix Mountain
Pu-erh City
Lincang
Fuding
Anxi
Where Our Tea Comes From
Jingdezhen
Hangzhou
Huangshan
Wuyi Mountain
Suzhou
Yixing
Anxi
Qimen
Phoenix Mountain
Fuding
Lincang
Pu-erh City
Why Hence Tea
What a Partnership With Us Is Built On
Six reasons the businesses we work with stay with us.
1. Direct from Origin
For over 10 years we have traveled to tea regions across China, building direct relationships with producers and gaining deep understanding of tea craftsmanship.
2. Authenticity Over Commercialization
We focus on real tea — not mass-market blends or shortcuts — allowing our partners to offer something genuinely different.
3. Single-Origin & Regional Integrity
In Chinese tea, origin defines character. We prioritize teas that clearly reflect their region: distinct flavor profiles, authentic identity, and a story your customers can connect with.
4. We Go Back Every Year
Our tea trips take us into these mountains each spring. The relationships that keep the sourcing honest are the same ones that let us teach your team.
5. Elevate Your Brand Experience
Serving true loose leaf tea helps position your business as thoughtful, sophisticated and culturally grounded.
6. Aligned Partnerships
We work with partners who share the same values of quality and craftsmanship, with the goal of building long-term, meaningful collaboration.
How a Partnership Starts
Response time
Within 1–2 business days
Complete the form below. We read every application and reply within 1–2 business days. If it looks like a fit, we set up a short call.
We ask about your business, your room and your current tea program. You ask us anything. Then we send a tea selection chosen for your concept — not a standard sample kit.
Complete the form below. We read every application and reply within 1–2 business days. If it looks like a fit, we set up a short call.
We ask about your business, your room and your current tea program. You ask us anything. Then we send a tea selection chosen for your concept — not a standard sample kit.
Service area
United States, nationwide
Terms are set per partner, after we have spoken. Tell us your scale on the form and we will be straight with you about whether we are a fit.
Use Cases
Tea Shops
Offer teas that reflect true origin, craftsmanship, and depth. A shelf your customers cannot find elsewhere, with a producer behind every tin.
Tea Houses
Create immersive tea experiences rooted in tradition — gongfu service, seasonal flights, and teas that reward a second pour.
Restaurants
Enhance your beverage program with teas that complement your cuisine. Pairings built with your kitchen, and a service your staff can run.
Hospitality
Provide guests with a refined and memorable tea experience — in the room, at breakfast, or as a hosted tasting they talk about afterwards.