DISCOVER
Our story
We are pioneers in the Myanmar tea industry so we imagine you are curious to know what makes us different. Learn about our rich history and our commitment to excellence.
EXPLORE
Our milestones
Read how Myanmar Tea Leaf came to be. We share our remarkable journey from small market tea retailer to an award-winning business.
SUPPORTING
Our organic farmers
Our tea is carefully picked, pressed and packaged by our teams in Myanmar. We’re pleased to share some of the ways we look out for our organic community.
DISCOVER
Our farms & factories
Our farms are located in the heart of the Ywangan highlands, in Myanmar where the climate is ideal for tea production. Learn more about how and where we operate.
At a glance
Myanmar Tea Leaf in numbers
1
st
company to produce organic fermented tea leaves (Laphet-So)
1
st
company to export to the USA
40
years in the tea industry
23
years since Shan Shwe Taung was launched
600
+
employees
300
+
acres of organic tea leaf farms
250
+
organic farmers
80
%
of the Myanmar market share
The ways we strive for success
Our Vision and Mission
Mission
Our mission is to produce Myanmar’s organic tea to meet international standards, sharing our passion and diverse flavours worldwide. We aim to enhance the entire value chain process by fostering knowledge and technical expertise.
Vision
We aspire to be a pioneering business in Myanmar, committed to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and ethical practices. We envision leading the market, empowering farmers, particularly women, and securing fair trade prices. Our goal is to be the finest producer of Myanmar’s Fermented Tea Leaf (Laphet), introducing its unique taste to the world.
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Our delicious products
Immerse yourself in Myanmar's rich history with our fermented tea leaves, a beloved delicacy once used for settling court cases and fostering peace between kingdoms. Handpicked from Southern Shan State, our premium 'lahpet' enhances family dinners, ceremonies, and social affairs, embodying the timeless tradition of Myanmar's hospitable culture.
BURMA SUPERSTAR
From the mountains of Myanmar to the Golden Gate City
Proudly bringing Burmese flavours to the coast of San Francisco, Burma Superstar is an award-winning chain of restaurants run by Desmond Tan. We're delighted to supply the fermented tea leaves (Laphet-So) for his menus.
Kind words from our customers
”Since working with Myanmar Tea Leaf Company (MTLC), and learning about organic farming and analog forestry, I have seen a tremendous improvement in the health of my plants and the soil, resulting in better yields. I’m proud to be part of a valuable business partnership that is committed to sustainable practices that are not only good for the environment but also for the health of our consumers.
U Aung NgweTea Farmer working with MTLC
”In our experience Myanmar Tea Leaf is a very responsible and ethical company with whom we are really proud to work.
U Htay Hlaing, Managing DirectorMandalay LLC company, a tea buyer from the USA
Our certifications
Our farms and factories meet GMP/HAACP standards and we’re certified by the EU, USDA and FDA.
