Canh Hac Bach Van Tea – A Journey of Ecological Tea & Green Entrepreneurship from Motherland La Bang
On the eastern slopes of the Tam Dao mountain range – where white clouds drift slowly over green tea plantations – lies a land reviving day by day. There, the soil softens, earthworms return, and tea buds sprout with their own natural rhythm. This is where Canh Hac Bach Van Tea was born – an eco-friendly tea brand in La Bang commune, Thai Nguyen province.
That journey was initiated by two young female teachers: Bui Thi Mai and Nguyen Thi Sang. Instead of choosing the safe path, they returned to the farm, starting a green entrepreneurship – where tea is not just for drinking, but to heal the soil and preserve the kindness in every tea leaf.
Three Generations Making Tea – But Never Stopping the Concerns
Mai was born into a family that had been involved in tea production for three generations in La Bang – a region belonging to the tea ecosystem of Thai Nguyen Tea – Vietnam’s “finest tea”. Mai’s childhood was filled with the aroma of fresh tea leaves and tea roasting sessions by the fire.
But as she grew up and started helping her family sell tea, Mai saw the dark side of traditional farming: herbicides compacted the soil, chemicals killed off earthworms, and while yields increased, the ecosystem deteriorated.
She wondered: if she knew the land was suffering, would she still be able to continue selling that tea to others?
In 2019, Mai and Sang decided to change direction. They established the May Suon Dong Cooperative, beginning to renovate 3 hectares of tea plantations on the eastern slopes of Tam Dao with a simple philosophy: growing tea without appearing to grow it.
6 “No” Principles – Difficult but Necessary Choices
The entire raw material area is cared for based on 6 strict “no” principles:
- Do not use herbicides.
- No chemical pesticides are used.
- No chemical fertilizers are used.
- Do not use growth stimulants.
- No artificial flavors or colors are used.
- No preservatives used.
Instead, they cultivated native microorganisms, restored humus to the soil, accepted manual weeding, and tolerated reduced yields in the early years.
The soil gradually softens. The color of the soil turns dark brown. Earthworms and insects return. The ecosystem begins to rebalance itself. And the tea buds that sprout in that natural freedom possess a deep, clear, and lasting sweetness.
If you’ve ever read the articles What is Organic Tea? or VietGAP Clean Tea Process, you’ll see clearly: clean farming is not just about certification, but a complete shift in thinking about land and ecology.
More Than Just Tea – It’s a Community Ecosystem
Starting from a small model, Mai and Sang began sharing their experience with the surrounding community, guaranteeing the purchase of their products, and expanding the area of ecological farming.
That philosophy aligns with the journey that Vnbell has pursued throughout its history in search of ethical tea: connecting genuine, transparent, and sustainable tea producers.
Their project, “Ecological Tea Linked with Experiential Tourism & Green Education,” won Third Prize nationwide at the 2025 Rural Youth Startup Project Competition – a well-deserved recognition for their daring choice to be different.
The Flavor of Canh Hac Bach Van Tea – Clear and Deep
Lotus White Cloud (red Tea)
Harvested from mature tea plants, processed manually, belonging to the organically grown tea group.
A delicate, subtly sweet flavor with a long-lasting aftertaste. Suitable for those who appreciate pure tea.
White Tea Co Nguyet
Belonging to the White Tea line – simple and natural. If you want to understand this tea line in more detail, you can read more in the article What is White Tea?.
The fragrance is pure, delicate, and leaves a deep, sweet aftertaste, like the crescent moon on a mountainside.
Canh Hac Bach Van Green Tea
Belonging to the Green Tea group, what is made Thai Nguyen Tea famous.
The Green Entrepreneurial Spirit – Dare to Let Go to Begin
What truly makes Canh Hac Bach Van Tea valuable is not just its flavor. It’s the spirit of daring to abandon stability in favor of a more challenging path.
They’re not just making tea. They’re rebuilding the land.
In the larger picture of Vietnam’s tea industry, from Fìn Hò Tea amidst the Tây Côn Lĩnh mountains, to Lạc Yến Tea Farm or Nghìn Hạnh Tea Farm, each farm is a unique story – but they all share one common point: choosing kindness.
Each Cup of Tea – A Promise
Each tea bud at Canh Hac Bach Van is a commitment to the land. Each pot of tea is a choice to stand with nature.
White Cloud Crane Wing Tea tells more than just the story of two young girls. It tells the story of the earth – when loved, the earth will revive. And when the earth revives, the tea will flourish.
Vnbell believes that green agriculture begins with small, but consistent, choices.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canh Hac Bach Van Tea
1. Is Canh Hac Bach Van Tea organic tea?
White Cloud Crane Wing Tea is cultivated ecologically with six “no” principles (no herbicides, no chemical pesticides, no chemical fertilizers…). However, this is a natural ecological tea model, not an internationally certified organic product. The core lies in the method of soil restoration and the native microbial system.
2. What is the difference between eco-friendly tea and VietGAP-certified tea?
VietGAP tea focuses on safe production processes according to agricultural management standards. Ecological teas like White Crane Tea go further in their philosophy of soil restoration, ecosystem balance, and minimizing chemical impact, aiming for long-term sustainability.
3. What makes White Cloud Crane Wing tea so special?
The tea has a clean, clear taste with a deep, lingering sweetness. Grown on naturally regenerated soil on the eastern slopes of Tam Dao, the tea has a mild, non-harsh character, with minimal bitterness and a distinct depth of flavor even after multiple infusions.
4. Who is White Cloud Crane Wing Tea suitable for?
Suitable for those seeking safe, everyday tea, those interested in green farming, and those who appreciate the original, unflavored taste of tea. Particularly suitable for tea connoisseurs who want to experience the depth of the aftertaste rather than the immediate intensity.
5. What is the best way to brew Canh Hac Bach Van Tea?
Use 5–7g of tea for 150–200ml of water at a temperature of approximately 80–90°C. Steep for 60–80 seconds the first time, gradually increasing by 5–10 seconds in subsequent infusions. Avoid using boiling water to prevent the tea from losing its natural freshness.