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A Tour of the 1927 Tea Factory
Join visitors on a tour of the 1927 Tea Factory in Bao Loc, Lam Dong.
Story & Legacy
A Visitor's Guide to the Old Tea Factory in Bao Loc
What to bring, what to see and how to behave when visiting the 1927 Tea Factory: a practical guide to enjoying the historic workshops, the Ngu Thuc Viet Tra tea space and the teaware showroom.
Reading History Through the Paintings of the 1927 Tea Factory
Beside the old machines, a series of illustrated paintings and black-and-white archive photos helps visitors picture the life of tea making. A few tips on reading them for a richer visit.
Architectural Memories of an Old Tea Factory
Warm ochre walls, tall columns, steel roof trusses and many-paned windows: the architecture of the 1927 Tea Factory tells the story of a tea-making era, preserved as a living memory.
Products & Brands
Ngoc Thien Chi Tea: Three Teas for a Whole Day
Ngoc Thien Chi – “a precious jewel bestowed by heaven and earth” – is Doi Dep’s trio of Nguyen Vi, Hao Ky and Huong Sa: three levels of fermentation, three layers of flavor, from early morning to evening.
Tea as a Gift: How to Choose One That Speaks for You
A fine box of tea or a beautiful tea set makes a gift that is both elegant and meaningful. Tips on matching tea to the recipient, pairing tea with teaware and the small touches that make a gift complete.
Bat Trang Ceramics and the Vietnamese Tea Ritual
Bat Trang teapots and cups have long been part of Vietnamese tea culture. Discover the glazes and motifs, how to choose a set that feels right in the hand, and how to care for it for years to come.
News & Events
DOIDEP and Nam A Bank Carry On Tea Culture Encounters in 2026
From CEO 100 Tea Connect in 2023 to AEF 2026, DOIDEP and Nam A Bank enter their fourth year of bringing Vietnamese tea culture to Ho Chi Minh City's economic forums through the offer of tea and attentive hospitality.
DOIDEP Honoured: The Journey of Bringing Vietnamese Tea Heritage to the World
The UNESCO associations of Europe and North America and of Vietnam have honoured DOIDEP with the title "Nurturer of the Vietnamese Tea Heritage Journey", recognising its efforts to preserve and promote Vietnamese tea.
DOIDEP Sets 2 World Records: A Mark of Vietnamese Tea Culture at World T.E.A Fest 2025
On 26 September 2026, DOIDEP received 2 World Records from WorldKings for the synchronised performance of 1,111 tea maidens and the participation of 88 Miss Cosmo representatives at World T.E.A Fest 2025.
Knowledge & Art of Enjoying Tea
Tea and Slow Living: Learning to Pause Over a Cup
In a hurried world, a slowly brewed pot of tea can become a precious pause. Ideas for turning tea into a slow-living ritual, whether you drink alone, with one friend or around a table of loved ones.
Water and Temperature: The Two Quiet Secrets of a Good Pot of Tea
The same leaves can taste completely different with another water or another temperature. A practical guide to choosing water, matching heat to each style of tea and brewing a rounder cup at home.
Why You Should Drink Tea Every Day – The Secret to a Healthy and Carefree Life
Amid the pressures and rush of modern life, many people turn to simple habits that greatly benefit body and mind. One increasingly popular habit is drinking tea every day.
Production Process & Technology
Drying and Sorting: The Finishing Touches of Tea Making
After rolling and oxidation, tea still has to pass through the dryer and a series of sieves before it is finished. A closer look at these two final stages through the traditional and modern machines of the 1927 Tea Factory.
Withering: The Quiet Stage That Shapes Every Tea
Withering is the first thing that happens to fresh leaves once they reach the factory. Why it matters, what the heat furnaces do, and how tea makers know when the leaf is just right.
Tea Processing: From Fresh Leaves To Perfect Cup
From fresh buds to a fragrant cup: follow the withering, rolling, fermentation, drying and sorting stages, in both traditional and modern methods, at the 1927 Tea Factory.