In short: Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Guiyang, China, operating at 1,241 metres and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in the Guiyang region of China, operating at an altitude of 1,241 metres. The estate is managed by Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd., which does not operate other recorded estates in our directory. It holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership and produces green, oolong, and black teas.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,241 metres above sea level in Guizhou province, estates typically experience a moderate subtropical highland climate characterised by cooler temperatures and persistent cloud cover. This elevation generally sits within a zone where diurnal temperature variation tends to be pronounced, and where mist and rainfall are often abundant throughout much of the year. Such conditions can slow leaf growth, potentially allowing more nuanced flavour compounds to develop in the harvested material.
The Guiyang region lies within a latitude band where the growing season generally extends over a long period, though altitude moderates temperature extremes. Soils in Guizhou's tea-growing zones are often acidic and well-drained, characteristics that tend to suit Camellia sinensis cultivation. Estates at this elevation in central China often see a spring flush that benefits from cool nights and warm days, conditions that can favour the production of both delicate green teas and more oxidised styles.
Tea Produced
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. produces green, oolong, and black teas. Estates in this region and at comparable elevations often yield green teas with a fresh, vegetal character and a clean, slightly sweet finish. Oolongs from mid-altitude sites in Guizhou can display floral or stone-fruit notes with a smooth body, though the degree of oxidation and processing varies widely. Black teas produced at this elevation tend to offer a balanced profile, often less astringent than lowland styles, with malt or subtle cocoa undertones. The character of the finished tea depends heavily on cultivar selection, plucking standards, and processing technique, all of which remain unspecified for this estate.
Operator
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. operates this estate. No other estates under the same management are currently recorded in our directory, suggesting either a single-site operation or limited publicly available supply-chain data for the wider group.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions on tea farms. Certification requires estates to meet standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship, with progress monitored through regular assessments. For buyers, ETP certification provides a degree of assurance that the estate is working towards responsible production practices and continuous improvement in working conditions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. lies at 26.5101, 106.5942 in Guiyang, China. Its 1241 m elevation is the 8th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Anshun Royal Tea village tea garden — 70 km away · Guizhou Province
- ZTG Jinsha Tea Base — 148 km away · Guizhou Province
- Fengxiangyuan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 159 km away · Guizhou Province
- James Finlay (Guizhou) Tea Co.Ltd. — 227 km away · Guizhou province
- Shangba Tea Farm — 249 km away · Zunyi City
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. (1,241 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,466 mm in 2025, 40% less than the 2,440 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd., Luwala Tea Estates Ltd | Lugazi, Uganda | 1,239 m | 1,664 mm | 26.7 °C |
| DHAJEA | West Bengal, India | 1,244 m | 2,778 mm | 21.0 °C |
| Soom Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 1,237 m | 2,376 mm | 22.5 °C |
| Mwera Tea Estates Ltdmwte) | p.o Box, Uganda | 1,237 m | 1,149 mm | 27.1 °C |
| Kotagala Plantations, Dratton | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 1,236 m | 4,232 mm | 22.6 °C |
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is drier than 56% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 88% of the others by elevation; cooler than 97% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,241 m | 137 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,466 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 19.9 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.6 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,466 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (280 mm) and the driest was March (40 mm). Daytime highs averaged 19.9 °C and overnight lows 11.6 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,466 mm |
| Wettest month | June (280 mm) |
| Driest month | March (40 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 19.9 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. located?
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is in Guiyang, China, at coordinates 26.5101, 106.5942, at an elevation of about 1241 metres.
Who operates Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd.?
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is operated by Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. produce?
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. hold?
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,466 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (280 mm).
How does Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Guizhou Tongren Gui Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,466 mm in 2025, 40% less rain than the 2,440 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].
