In short: Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Mingjian Township, Taiwan, operating at 206 metres elevation and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Mingjian Township, Taiwan, at an elevation of 206 metres. The estate is operated by Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. and produces green, oolong and black teas. It holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 206 metres above sea level, this estate occupies a low- to mid-elevation site in Taiwan's subtropical tea-growing belt. Estates at similar altitudes in this latitude typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with the potential for multiple flush cycles. The combination of moderate elevation and Taiwan's monsoonal climate generally supports vigorous vegetative growth, though without the pronounced diurnal temperature variation associated with higher-altitude gardens.
Mingjian Township lies in central Taiwan, a region where tea cultivation benefits from volcanic soils and reliable rainfall. Estates at this elevation often produce leaf that matures relatively quickly, with character shaped more by cultivar selection and processing skill than by the slow maturation typical of high-mountain sites. The growing environment tends to favour teas with body and approachability rather than the intensely floral or mineral profiles sometimes found at greater altitude.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong and black teas, a versatility in processing that reflects Taiwan's diverse tea manufacturing heritage. Oolong from estates at this elevation in central Taiwan typically offers a rounded, moderately aromatic cup, with the processing style—whether lighter or more oxidised—exerting significant influence on the final character. Green teas from such sites generally present vegetal freshness and body, while black tea production at this altitude tends to yield malty, straightforward liquors. The range of tea types indicates manufacturing infrastructure capable of managing varied withering, oxidation and firing protocols.
Operator
The estate is operated by Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd., the same entity that owns the site. No other estates operated by this company are recorded in the directory, suggesting a single-estate operation or a business whose primary assets are concentrated at this location.
Certifications & Ethics
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, an independent membership organisation that works with tea producers to improve working conditions, environmental practices and livelihoods across the supply chain. ETP certification involves third-party audits against labour, health and safety, and environmental standards, and is increasingly recognised by buyers as a benchmark for responsible sourcing. For workers, ETP membership signals a commitment to remedy non-compliances and to progressive improvement in employment practices.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. lies at 23.8405, 120.6834 in Mingjian Township, Taiwan. Its 206 m elevation is the 5th highest of 7 estates we map in Taiwan. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. — 24 km away · Yuchi Township
- Ming Ding Cha International Co., Ltd — 32 km away · Shengmaoshu
- Good Young Co. Ltd. — 122 km away · Longtan Dist
- Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. — 129 km away · Pingzhen Dist
- Cheng Chiuan Co, Ltd. — 142 km away · Sanxia Dist
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. (206 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. recorded 2,279 mm in 2025, 11% less than the 2,572 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabay\u00a0Tea Factory And Plantations | Jardín América, Argentina | 207 m | 2,073 mm | 27.4 °C |
| Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. | Pingzhen Dist, Taiwan | 207 m | 2,330 mm | 26.5 °C |
| New Vithanakanda | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 204 m | 3,269 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Coop.Agri.Ltda.Ruiz De Montoya | Misiones, Argentina | 202 m | 1,841 mm | 27.4 °C |
| Kalawana, Rain Forest | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 210 m | 3,348 mm | 29.4 °C |
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. Compared with Taiwan
In Taiwan, Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is drier than 83% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 67% of the others by elevation; the warmest of the 7 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. against the 6 other estates we map in Taiwan, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 206 m | 254 m | 60 to 875 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,279 mm | 2,665 mm | 2,152 to 3,160 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.1 °C | 25.9 °C | 23.2 to 27.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.8 °C | 19.0 °C | 15.6 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 2,279 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (618 mm) and the driest was November (18 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.1 °C and overnight lows 18.8 °C over the year; October was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,279 mm |
| Wettest month | July (618 mm) |
| Driest month | November (18 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. located?
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is in Mingjian Township, Taiwan, at coordinates 23.8405, 120.6834, at an elevation of about 206 metres.
Who operates Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd.?
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is operated by Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. produce?
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. hold?
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,279 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (618 mm).
How does Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. recorded 2,279 mm in 2025, 11% less rain than the 2,572 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].
