Zealong Tea

Name: Zealong Tea
Address: 495 Gordonton Road, Hamilton, 3281, NZ
Telephone: +6478533018
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.3

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100% New Zealand Grown Tea Waikato, New Zealand: an unlikely yet perfect home of some of the best tea in the world.
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A special Garden of Eden, where tea grows naturally, free from chemical sprays or fertilisers. Pure air, sunshine, water and the most fertile soil give Zealong a remarkable freshness in flavour and fragrance that excites even the most jaded tea drinker. Grown as nature intended, Zealong's hand-picked leaves are thicker and have more flavour, allowing up to six or seven infusions from one serving.

While we leave things to nature, we leave nothing to chance. Zealong Tea is fully certified to the world's highest food safety standard: ISO 22000 HACCP. We also have accreditations under USDA and BioGro, meaning we know exactly what's in our tea — right down to the row it was picked from.

07/11/2024

Give the gift of Zealong this Christmas, whether it’s Zealong Tea, artist crafted teaware, rare books, or freshly crafted artisanal jams and sweets, Zealong has something to add sparkle to everyone’s Christmas

05/11/2024

We’re thrilled to be featured in the latest edition of Waikato Business News! Check out the article to learn more about our journey and what’s next for us here in the Waikato. It’s an exciting time for our team, and we’re grateful to be part of such a dynamic local business community.

👉 Read the article here
https://wbn.co.nz/2024/11/04/brewing-tea-for-the-world/

And if you want to watch Zealong’s segment on BBC Earth’s One Cup, A Thousand Stories, it’s currently airing on SkyGo!

📺 Watch it here
https://www.skygo.co.nz/show/mac_sh_133038

Vincent Chen spied a camellia bush growing profusely in his Hamilton neighbour’s garden one day in 1996 and thought ‘if that can grow, so can tea’. Senior writer Mary Anne Gill visited Zealong Tea Estate in Gordonton to find out more. New Zealand’s only organic tea producer north of Hamilton...

01/11/2024

Visit our Retail Boutique this weekend to find truly special gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. Discover exclusive gift packs, elegant tea accessories, and beautifully crafted teapots and cups from around the world. With limited stock available, now is the perfect time to shop!

30/10/2024

In such a fast-paced world, getting a handwritten thank-you note was a real surprise. Thanks, Tony for showing your love for Zealong in such a thoughtful, old-school way. Right now, this letter feels as warm as the tea in my hands.

24/10/2024

Spend your long weekend with us at Zealong!

The Tea Room is open all weekend, offering you the perfect spot to enjoy our all new Signature High Tea menu overlooking the stunning views of the estate.

19/10/2024

Did you know Zealong is the only tea grown, harvested, and packed in New Zealand? We are also Certified Organic, offering both loose leaf and tea bags—crafted entirely on our estate.

We recently had the pleasure of hosting Lloyd Burr at Zealong Tea Estate, where he explored tea in New Zealand. Zealong doesn’t fit in the typical supermarket tea category—and that’s by design. Our dedication to quality and innovation sets us apart, as recognised by the UK Tea Academy, which honoured Zealong with its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for our contribution to the global tea industry.

Read the full story here

What’s my conclusion? It’s controversial: Kiwis don’t know what proper tea tastes like.

14/10/2024

Last week Zealong Tea Estate was honoured to host the Waikato Regional Growth Summit. A wonderful day highlighting progress and innovation in our region. Local businesses, and ministers gathered with the Honourable Shane Jones, Minister of Regional Development, Oceans, Fisheries, and Resources. It was an inspiring day filled with discussions on regional growth in Waikato and powerful stories from industry leaders.

Tukoroirangi Morgan, Shane Jones, Pamela Storey - Waikato Regional Council Chair, Richard Jefferies, Gina Rangi, David Hallett,
Kānoa - Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit

20/09/2024

Sake Night at Camellia Restaurant: Embark on a journey where East meets West, discovering how the subtle complexities of sake elevate the classic richness of French dishes.

Join David Joll, the owner of Zenkuro Sake Brewery, as he guides a bespoke sake tasting. Zenkuro is the only sake brewery in New Zealand, with numerous international awards. His expertise, paired with true French cuisine will be a rare experience.

Book your experience at Camellia Restaurant now, https://zealong.com/sake-2024/

18/09/2024

Celebrate spring with seasonal jams and marmalades, along with a selection of freshly baked artisanal sweets, all made from fresh, seasonal produce grown at Zealong Tea Estate. Available in limited quantities at Zealong’s Retail Boutique, open every day from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

06/09/2024

Happy Moon festival 🌝 celebrate with family and friends with Zealong Tea 🫖

30/08/2024

We note with sadness the passing of Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII. Zealong has been privileged and honoured to have hosted Kiingi Tuheitia on a number of occasions over the years.

We send our aroha, thoughts and prayers to his whanau and to all in Aotearoa and beyond, who share our sense of loss.

23/08/2024

It was a joy hosting a visit from the Auckland Corvette Club at Zealong! 🏎️ 🔥

22/08/2024

The portability of this traveller’s tea set means you can enjoy a perfectly brewed tea in any location. It is an absolutely perfect cup during travelling, when you might not have access to any equipment to brew your favourite tea. Shop in store or order online – https://zealong.com/shop/sam-black-cylinder-set/

19/08/2024

Treat yourself with a delicious mouthwatering Signature High Tea at Zealong's Tea Room – book now https://zealong.com/tea-room/

16/08/2024

"It is tea that warms us when we are cold" – The double walls of Zealong's Tea Tumbler ensure the flask retains the temperature of your tea for longer, while still being able to hold it comfortably from the outside. This flask is waiting to be your next favourite tea bottle. Shop in store or order online – https://zealong.com/shop/tea-tumbler-flask-black/

15/08/2024

Treat dad to a Zealong Father's Day Gift Voucher Bundle – a Zealong Tea Complete Collections Set, Executive Pastry Chef Valentina Avecilla’s artisanally crafted Cinnamon Palmiers (10x), and a $100 Gift Voucher.

Dad's Gift Voucher is valid for any in-store offering including: dining at Camellia Restaurant or Zealong's Tea Room, a Zealong Tea Tour, or shopping at Zealong's Retail Boutique or online shop. Terms and conditions apply.

Pick up your Father's Day gift bundle in-store, or order it online for delivery – https://zealong.com/shop/fathers-day-gift-voucher-bundle/

10/08/2024

Wishing all a happy Singapore National Day - Zealong was proud to be a part of the national celebration.

09/08/2024

Congratulations Ballantynes Department Store, 170 years and going strong. In celebration of their 170th anniversary, we proudly present their limited-edition tea blend. Available exclusively at Ballantynes, as a nod to tradition, enjoy black tea with a twist of lemon, a bright, refreshing black tea with lemon myrtle to be enjoyed anytime of the day.

Address

495 Gordonton Road
Hamilton
3281

Telephone

+6478533018

Website

http://www.zealong.com/

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Celebrate Christmas at Zealong Tea Estate

Sake Night was an evening not to be missed. David and Yasuko Joll from Zenkuro Sake @zenkurosake knowledgeably guided our sake tasting alongside the fantastic courses crafted by the team at Camellia Restaurant @camellia.restaurant 🍶🍽️ A special thank you to Dominic Lee and Ann Lee for their classical performance complimenting the night so beautifully 🎻 #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestateee

Join us this Saturday at @camellia.restaurant for an exclusive Sake Night. Experience a bespoke five-course tasting menu paired with exceptional sake. Only a few tables left—don’t miss out and reserve yours now! Link in bio - www.zealong.com/sake-2024/

Join @camellia.restaurant for a bespoke five-course sake tasting night, guided by David Joll, the owner of Zenkuro Sake Brewery, the only Sake Brewery in New Zealand producing internationally award-winning sake. Saturday October 19th, limited spaces left, book your table now, link in bio or here: https://zealong.com/sake-2024/

This spring, we’re excited to welcome you to the newly located Tea Room, where our Signature High Teas are served in a beautiful indoor/outdoor space overlooking the breathtaking Zealong Tea Terraces. Experience the season’s finest flavours in a serene, open, nature-inspired setting.

Celebrate the Moon Festival with some of Zealong’s beautiful artist-made teaware, visit Zealong’s Retail Boutique to find the perfect gift! 🫖🌝

Zealong Retail Boutique has beautiful new collections of hand-crafted Tea Cups featuring Chinese fine-brush painting. Each design is different and uniquely painted by the artist, so be sure to come by and choose your favourite design! Zealong's Retail Boutique is open every day, 9:30am - 5pm #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestate

Sergio prepares the Gentleman’s Reserve whisky cocktail featuring Zealong’s Sweet Amber Tea, exclusively available at Camellia Restaurant and Zealong’s Tea Room for Father’s Day! Book your table for Father’s Day now, https://zealong.com/whats-on-at-zealong/ #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestate

Zealong Tea Tour in style! Helicorp NZ #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestate

Zealong tea bags are compostable, made from certified GMO-free sugar cane. Tea bags will break down, commercial composting facilities get the best results •⁠ ⁠Re-infusible •⁠ ⁠No toxic residues •⁠ ⁠Heat sealed – no glues or adhesives •⁠ ⁠No micro plastics •⁠ ⁠100% food safe #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestate

With the best leaves and the perfect tea pot it’s a spiritual start to the day. Start your day off with a great cup of tea. Get your set today. – https://zealong.com/shop/ #mightywaikato #waikato #hamilton #tea #teaestate #newzealand #newzealandgrown #zealong #zealongtea #zealongteaestate

Celebrate Bastille Day at Camellia Restaurant, and savour French specialties for the occasion 🇫🇷 More info on our website https://zealong.com/bastille-day-2024/

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Our Story

The story of Zealong begins with a single flower.

Inspired by a Camellia tree flowering in his neighbour’s backyard, Zealong founder Vincent Chen realised something no one else had — the climate in Waikato, New Zealand was perfect for growing tea.

And so, Zealong was born.

Returning to Asia on the hunt for the world’s purest Camellia trees, Vincent found 1500 trees from which he could begin his dream. But due to New Zealand’s stringent quarantine process, only 130 cuttings survived.

Vincent was determined to make it work. Tirelessly nurturing the small plantation on the outskirts of Hamilton, he and his team found success in the humble cup of tea.

Those initial 130 saplings have now become an estimated 1.2 million Camellia trees, which are spread across 48 hectares of some of New Zealand’s most fertile soil.

Producing great tea isn’t enough at Zealong. It has to be done the right way. The natural way. Free from harmful chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals, our tea is among the purest in the world.

We know exactly what’s in our tea — right down to the row of trees it was picked from. Zealong is certified organic, and certifications include BioGro, ISO22000, HACCP and USDA, meaning we’re one of the most trusted tea producers in the world.

Combining ancient tea growing practices and modern technology, Zealong has achieved a level of purity in our tea recognised far and wide as some of the purest in the world. Winning awards far and wide including prestigious awards at the AVPA ‘Tea of the World’ ceremony, we’re committed to having the best tea in the world.

You’ll find us in some of the most exclusive stores in the world, including Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, Claridges, and in fine venues like the Ritz and Hilton.

You can learn more at our website.