Discover Pumuen Assam Tea: Forest-Friendly Highland Tea from Chiang Mai

Grown in Doi Pumuen, Chiang Mai, Pumuen Assam Tea brings together forest-friendly cultivation, Lahu tribe farming wisdom, and naturally lower caffeine for a rich yet gentle highland tea experience.

A Forest-Friendly Tea Garden in Doi Pumuen

Pumuen Assam Tea comes from the highland area of Doi Pumuen in northern Chiang Mai, Thailand. With cooler temperatures, misty air, and a natural day-night temperature difference, this mountain environment offers ideal growing conditions for tea plants.

The tea is grown in a forest-friendly environment, under the shade of taller trees and alongside native mountain plants, rather than in a large monocrop plantation. This natural growing method helps protect biodiversity and soil health while contributing to a cleaner, smoother, and more layered cup.

Tea from the Lahu Tribe Community

Like Pumuen coffee, Pumuen Assam Tea is carefully cultivated by the local Lahu Tribe community. The Lahu people have lived in these mountain forests for generations and carry deep knowledge of the land, climate, and plants around them.

From pruning and caring for the tea trees to hand-picking the leaves, much of the work is done by hand with respect for the natural balance between tea garden and forest. Each cup reflects the lived wisdom, care, and heritage of the Lahu farming families

Rich Assam Character with a Cleaner Finish

Traditional Assam tea is known for its full body, malty depth, and bold character, making it ideal for both straight tea and milk tea. Pumuen Assam Tea keeps that satisfying richness while also expressing a cleaner and smoother finish shaped by its highland forest environment.

• Full-bodied and satisfying, yet not overly harsh or bitter.
• Layered with malty notes, dried fruit tones, and a gentle honey-like sweetness.
• Deep amber in color, suitable for drinking on its own or with dairy or plant-based milk.

Naturally Lower Caffeine for Everyday Drinking

One of the appealing qualities of Pumuen Assam Tea is that it is a naturally lower caffeine option for daily enjoyment. For those who want to reduce caffeine intake, enjoy a warm cup later in the day, or are more sensitive to caffeine, it offers a gentler alternative.

You still get the comforting depth and warmth of black tea, but with a lighter feel that is easier to fit into your everyday routine.

Versatile from Morning to Evening

Pumuen Assam Tea is highly versatile and easy to enjoy in different ways throughout the day.

• Hot brewed: Steep in hot water for around 3–4 minutes to enjoy its rich aroma and natural sweetness.
• Milk tea: Add fresh milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a smooth and satisfying cup.
• Cold brew: Steep in cold water for several hours and chill for a softer, refreshing taste.
• Thai-style tea drink: Pair with coconut sugar or spices for a more Southeast Asian-inspired tea experience.

Why Add It to Your Tea Shelf?

If you are looking for a tea with a clear origin, meaningful story, and a flavor profile that suits everyday drinking, Pumuen Assam Tea is well worth exploring.

It offers the bold charm of Assam tea while carrying the atmosphere of Chiang Mai’s mountain forests, the farming wisdom of the Lahu Tribe, and a more natural rhythm of growing in harmony with the land.