About Nepali Tea Traders — Single-Origin Nepal Teas
About Nepali Tea Traders
Nepali Tea Traders is a woman-owned, Boston-based company bringing Nepali tea to the U.S. through small, traceable lots from Ilam, Nepal. If you’re searching for Nepal tea with a clean finish and real origin transparency, you’re in the right place—our focus is single-origin Ilam tea crafted for clarity, aroma, and naturally smooth flavor.
We’re proud to be NYT featured, and our Himalayan Golden has earned major recognition—including a Gold Award at The Leafies and Best Black Tea at the North American Tea Championship.
Every lot begins with the classic “two leaves and a bud” standard—hand-plucked in Ilam. Slow growth in cool Himalayan air supports the clean, vibrant profile many tea drinkers now look for when they search for Himalayan tea.
What Makes Nepali Tea Different
- High-altitude flavor: cool nights and slow growth concentrate aroma and sweetness.
- Single-origin purity: real Ilam tea—never anonymous commodity blends.
- Clean cup profile: honeyed malt, florals, and stone-fruit notes with naturally low astringency.
- Recognized quality: award-winning lots that hold up on the global stage.
How We Source Nepal Tea
- Farmer-first partnerships: long-term relationships that reward skilled plucking and careful craft.
- USDA Organic (select lots): certifications are listed on product pages where applicable.
- Lot-by-lot cupping: every batch is evaluated for aroma, sweetness, and a clean finish.
- Freshness protected: careful packaging plus quick U.S. fulfillment to preserve peak flavor.
Our Impact
Empowering Farmers
Direct relationships with smallholders in Ilam support income stability and reward craftsmanship—from picking standards to careful processing.
Organic Himalayan Tea
Many of our most-loved Nepali black, green, and oolong teas are USDA Organic. We continue investing in quality and training to expand organic capacity at origin.
Responsible Growth
We prioritize smaller, fresher releases and transparent sourcing—putting traceability and cup quality ahead of volume.
Our Story
Nepali Tea Traders was founded to make it easy for U.S. tea drinkers to discover real Nepal tea—single-origin lots with a clear origin story, consistent quality, and a clean, satisfying finish. Whether you love bold black tea, delicate white tea, or everyday green and oolong, our goal is the same: bring you the most expressive cups Ilam has to offer.
Meet Sunita Karrma, Co-Owner
Sunita leads with grit and heart—focused on bringing well-made tea from Nepal to U.S. customers while strengthening farmer partnerships and quality at origin.
Meet Rabin M Joshi, Co-Owner & President
Raised with tea as a daily ritual in Nepal, Rabin combines beverage-industry experience with entrepreneurship to expand access to single-origin Nepali teas in the U.S.
Shop Our Most-Loved Teas
Learn & Brew Better
Guides tea drinkers search for most—built to help you brew every cup with confidence:
Wholesale, cafés, or press inquiries? Contact us—we’d love to help.
About Nepali Tea Traders — FAQs
Are you a woman-owned tea company?
Yes. Nepali Tea Traders is a woman-owned, Boston-based company focused on single-origin Nepali tea from Ilam, Nepal.
Where do you source your teas?
All teas are sourced from the Ilam region of Nepal. We focus on traceable lots of Ilam tea rather than commodity blends.
What makes Nepali tea different?
High altitude and careful craft create a clean, low-astringency cup with layered aroma—one reason “Himalayan tea” is gaining attention with tea drinkers.
Are any teas USDA Organic?
Yes—select lots are USDA Organic. Look for certification on the product page where applicable.
Have you won awards or been featured in the press?
Yes. We’re NYT featured, and our Himalayan Golden has earned major awards including a Gold Award at The Leafies and Best Black Tea at the North American Tea Championship.
Do you ship within the U.S.?
Yes. Orders ship from the U.S. via USPS or UPS (based on your selection), with tracking provided.
Do you sell wholesale?
Yes—cafés, specialty retailers, and gift businesses partner with us for wholesale Nepal tea. Please reach out via our Contact page.
How should I brew your teas?
Start with correct temperature and leaf-to-water ratio, then adjust leaf amount for strength (not time). Our brewing guides are linked above.
Do you blend teas?
We specialize in single-origin teas. Select flavored items may include natural ingredients, but we do not sell herbal/caffeine-free teas.
What’s the best place to start if I’m new to Nepali tea?
Start with our black tea collection for rich, smooth cups—or read the Beginner’s Guide to Choosing Loose Leaf Tea to find the best match for your taste.