Honam Tea Estates

Since 1951, Hankook Tea has directly managed the cultivation and production of teas from our Honam Tea Estates. By overseeing every stage of the process—from field to finished tea—we maintain exceptional standards of quality, consistency, and traceability, ensuring an authentic expression of Korean tea in every cup.

Located throughout the Jeolla-namdo province of South Korea, the locations for our tea estates were carefully selected for their ideal growing conditions, including abundant rainfall, fertile soils, favorable temperatures, and pristine natural surroundings. The estates are distributed across multiple growing regions to help ensure consistent quality and harvest stability from year to year.

Honam Tea Estates are cultivated using environmentally responsible, pesticide-free, and non-GMO farming practices that work in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem. Each tea plant is allowed to grow at its natural pace, producing leaves that reflect the character of the land and the care invested in every harvest.

All teas are processed in our HACCP and FSSC 22000 certified facilities, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of food safety, quality assurance, and manufacturing excellence.

Cultivated and crafted by Hankook Tea and Honam Tea Estates.

Jangseong Tea Plantation (13 acres)
🛤️ Nokjin-ri, Jangseong-gun, Jeolla-namdo, South Korea 

Established in 1965, the Jangseong Tea Plantation is home to tea trees ranging from 20 to over 40 years of age. As the northernmost tea estate in Jeolla-namdo, its cooler climate creates ideal growing conditions for producing tea leaves destined for premium malcha (powdered green tea).

Certified organic and cultivated using environmentally responsible, pesticide-free, and non-GMO farming practices, this estate produces leaves with exceptional quality and character. The mature tea trees and unique terroir contribute to the distinctive flavor profile and consistency that define teas from Jangseong.

Yeongam Tea Plantation (41 acres)
🛤️ Unam-ri, Deokjin-myeon, Yeongam-gun, Jeolla-namdo, South Korea

Established in 1979 at the foothills of WolChulSan mountain, the Yeongam Tea Plantation is the largest and most productive estate within our Honam Tea Estates. The plantation benefits from exceptional growing conditions, including clean mountain air, abundant sunlight, and fertile soils that support the cultivation of high-quality tea year after year.

Renowned for its meticulously maintained tea fields and outstanding leaf quality, Yeongam produces some of Korea's most celebrated teas. The estate's unique terroir and favorable climate contribute to the rich flavors, balance, and character that distinguish its teas.

Certified organic and cultivated using environmentally responsible, pesticide-free, and non-GMO farming practices, Yeongam reflects our commitment to sustainable agriculture and exceptional tea craftsmanship.

Haenam Tea Plantation (17 acres)
🛤️ Yeon-dong-ri, Haenam-eup, Haenam-gun, Jeolla-namdo, South Korea

Established in 1981 near the southern coast of Jeolla-namdo, the Haenam Tea Plantation benefits from a unique maritime climate characterized by cool ocean breezes, abundant rainfall, and mild growing conditions. These natural advantages create an ideal environment for cultivating healthy tea plants and producing high-quality tea leaves.

Located at a considerable distance from our other tea estates, Haenam contributes a distinctive regional character to our teas. By thoughtfully sourcing leaves from multiple Honam Tea Estates, we are able to maintain exceptional quality, balance, and consistency from harvest to harvest while showcasing the diverse terroirs of Jeolla-namdo.

Cultivated using environmentally responsible, pesticide-free, and non-GMO farming practices, Haenam reflects our commitment to sustainable agriculture and exceptional tea craftsmanship.