History of tea in Iran

Tea cultivation in Iran dates back to the Qajar era. The first tea gardens in Lahijan were created by Kashif al-Sultaneh, known as the “Father of Iranian Tea”. After returning from India, he brought his experiences and knowledge in the field of tea cultivation and production to Iran and over time, he founded the Iranian tea industry.

Iranian tea is one of the most famous and high-quality teas in the world, which is cultivated in different regions of Iran, especially in the north of the country, especially in the provinces of Gilan and Mazandaran. Due to the unique climatic conditions of the region, fertile soil and the use of traditional and natural methods in the production process, this tea has a special taste and a pleasant aroma that distinguishes it from other teas.

Challenges and future of tea industry in Iran

Iran’s tea industry is facing challenges such as competition with imported tea, price fluctuations and climate change. However, due to the high quality of Iranian tea and the support of the government and the private sector, this industry still has the potential to grow and develop. Encouraging consumers to use domestic products and increasing the export of Iranian tea to world markets can help further the prosperity of this industry.

Finally, Iranian tea is not only known as a popular drink inside the country, but it can have a special position as one of the important and valuable export products of Iran in international markets.

Iranian tea and foreign tea

There are many differences. Iranian tea is usually grown traditionally in the northern regions of Iran and has a natural and milder flavor due to less processing. Foreign teas, such as Indian or Sri Lankan teas, often have a stronger, more intense color and flavor through further processing. Iranian tea is usually produced without the addition of artificial essential oils, while some foreign tea varieties may contain additional essential oils.