In short: Poncho Boti Tea Factory is a black tea producer located in the Chattogram region of Bangladesh at an elevation of 11 metres, operating under its own name.
Poncho Boti Tea Factory is a tea production facility located in the Chattogram region of Bangladesh, at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level. The factory operates under its own name, Poncho Boti Tea Factory, and is positioned in one of the country's principal tea-growing areas. No supply relationships with specific buyers have been publicly recorded.
Terroir & Climate
At just 11 metres above sea level, Poncho Boti Tea Factory occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of parts of Chattogram's coastal plain. Estates at this elevation in Bangladesh typically experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with high rainfall during the monsoon months, conditions that generally encourage vigorous vegetative growth. The proximity to sea level tends to mean warmer minimum temperatures year-round compared to highland gardens, which can result in a longer active growing season but may also bring higher pest and disease pressure.
Low-altitude tea cultivation in this latitude often yields leaf that develops quickly under the warm, moist conditions. The terroir does not benefit from the cool nights and slower maturation that higher elevations provide, but estates in such environments can still produce well-structured black teas when processing is managed to balance the inherent vigour of the leaf. Drainage and soil management are typically important in low-lying sites, where seasonal flooding or waterlogging can affect root health and harvest timing.
Tea Produced
Poncho Boti Tea Factory produces black tea. Estates at this low elevation in Chattogram generally manufacture teas with a full-bodied, malty character and robust flavour, reflecting the quick-growing leaf typical of warm, humid conditions. The cup profile from such environments often displays strength and colour rather than the delicate aromatics associated with high-altitude gardens. Processing methods—particularly the degree of oxidation and the management of withering in a high-humidity climate—tend to be decisive in shaping the final brightness and astringency of the liquor.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Poncho Boti Tea Factory lies at 22.3752, 91.8349 in Chattogram, Bangladesh. Its 11 m elevation is the joint 4th highest of 13 estates we map in Chattogram. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- adhar manik tea asteat factory — under 1 km away
- Karnafully Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- koiasora Dulu Tea Garden Factory — under 1 km away
- Koyachara Dolu Tea Garden Karkana — under 1 km away
- Ramgor Tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Poncho Boti Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Poncho Boti Tea Factory (11 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Poncho Boti Tea Factory recorded 2,211 mm in 2025, 7% more than the 2,059 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. | Hangzhou, China | 11 m | 1,545 mm | 24.2 °C |
| GONESHBARI | 3RD FLOOR KOLKATA WB IN, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Deamoolie | Pretoria Street, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Aiya Co., Ltd. | Nisho, Japan | 11 m | 1,592 mm | 20.7 °C |
| Evergreen Group, Evergreen | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 11 m | 3,440 mm | 29.8 °C |
Poncho Boti Tea Factory Compared with Chattogram
In Chattogram, Poncho Boti Tea Factory is drier than 67% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 75% of the others by elevation; cooler than 58% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Poncho Boti Tea Factory against the 12 other estates we map in Chattogram, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Poncho Boti Tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 11 m | 11 m | 8 to 25 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,211 mm | 2,211 mm | 2,165 to 2,233 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.6 °C | 30.6 °C | 29.6 to 30.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 21.5 °C | 21.5 °C | 20.7 to 22.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Poncho Boti Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Poncho Boti Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,211 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (466 mm) and the driest was January (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.6 °C and overnight lows 21.5 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,211 mm |
| Wettest month | July (466 mm) |
| Driest month | January (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 21.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Poncho Boti Tea Factory located?
Poncho Boti Tea Factory is in Chattogram, Bangladesh, at coordinates 22.3752, 91.8349, at an elevation of about 11 metres.
Who operates Poncho Boti Tea Factory?
Poncho Boti Tea Factory is operated by Poncho Boti Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Poncho Boti Tea Factory produce?
Poncho Boti Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Poncho Boti Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,211 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (466 mm).
How does Poncho Boti Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Poncho Boti Tea Factory recorded 2,211 mm in 2025, 7% more rain than the 2,059 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
