In short: South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is a tea estate in Sanzhi District, Taiwan, at 60 metres elevation, operated by Dragonman Tea Trading Co., Ltd.
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is a tea estate located in Sanzhi District, Taiwan, at an elevation of 60 metres. The estate is operated by Dragonman Tea Trading Co., Ltd. and produces green, oolong, and black teas. No major buyers are currently recorded in public supply-chain data for this estate.
Terroir & Climate
At 60 metres above sea level, South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd occupies a low-elevation site in northern Taiwan, where the subtropical latitude typically delivers warm, humid conditions year-round. Estates at this altitude generally experience less diurnal temperature variation than high-mountain gardens, and the growing cycle tends to proceed more rapidly, often yielding several flushes across an extended season.
Sanzhi District lies near the northern coast, and gardens in this zone are often exposed to maritime influence, including higher humidity and salt-laden winds. Such conditions can encourage vigorous vegetative growth, though leaf character tends to differ markedly from the slower-grown, high-elevation teas for which Taiwan is internationally celebrated. The relatively warm, stable climate at this elevation generally favours cultivars and processing styles that do not rely on cold stress or pronounced seasonal dormancy.
Tea Produced
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd produces green, oolong, and black teas. Low-elevation Taiwanese gardens of this type typically yield teas with fuller body and more robust vegetal or malty character than their high-mountain counterparts. Green teas from such sites often show broader, sweeter vegetal notes rather than the crisp, floral aromatics associated with altitude, while oolongs tend toward heavier oxidation styles with rounder, less complex flavour profiles. Black teas produced at lower elevations in Taiwan generally offer malty, straightforward cup character. The range of tea types suggests flexible processing capability, though specific cultivars and fermentation protocols are not recorded.
Operator
The estate is operated by Dragonman Tea Trading Co., Ltd. No other estates operated by this company are currently recorded in publicly available supply-chain directories, suggesting that South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd may represent the operator's sole or principal production site.
Certifications & Ethics
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP), a membership organisation that requires adherence to standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. ETP certification involves independent auditing and is intended to assure buyers that the estate meets baseline social and environmental criteria, including fair wages, safe working conditions, and responsible pesticide use. For workers, ETP membership typically signals the presence of grievance mechanisms and periodic third-party oversight.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd lies at 25.2593, 121.5024 in Sanzhi District, Taiwan. Its 60 m elevation is the lowest of 7 estates we map in Taiwan. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Cheng Chiuan Co, Ltd. — 38 km away · Sanxia Dist
- Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. — 50 km away · Pingzhen Dist
- Good Young Co. Ltd. — 57 km away · Longtan Dist
- Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. — 165 km away · Yuchi Township
- Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. — 178 km away · Mingjian Township
Estates at a Similar Altitude to South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd (60 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd recorded 2,989 mm in 2025, 19% more than the 2,511 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karotoa Bohumukhi somobay somiti Factory Ltd. | Panchagarh, Bangladesh | 60 m | 2,252 mm | 29.0 °C |
| Ransavi | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 60 m | 3,443 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Andaradeniya Estate, Nivithigala | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 61 m | 3,214 mm | 30.5 °C |
| Luponde | DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania United Republic Of | 59 m | 1,092 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Attareekhat Tea Estate | Darrang, India | 62 m | 2,556 mm | 29.5 °C |
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd Compared with Taiwan
In Taiwan, South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is wetter than 83% of the others by 2025 rainfall; the lowest of the 7 estates by elevation; cooler than 67% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets South Asiatic Tea 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 | South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 60 m | 254 m | 65 to 875 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,989 mm | 2,402 mm | 2,152 to 3,160 mm |
| Mean daily high | 25.5 °C | 26.4 °C | 23.2 to 28.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.8 °C | 18.9 °C | 15.6 to 20.3 °C |
Observed Climate at South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd’s coordinates recorded 2,989 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was March (456 mm) and the driest was September (70 mm). Daytime highs averaged 25.5 °C and overnight lows 20.8 °C over the year; September was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,989 mm |
| Wettest month | March (456 mm) |
| Driest month | September (70 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 25.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd located?
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is in Sanzhi District, Taiwan, at coordinates 25.2593, 121.5024, at an elevation of about 60 metres.
Who operates South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd?
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is operated by Dragonman Tea Trading Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd produce?
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd hold?
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,989 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in March (456 mm).
How does South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd compare with estates at a similar elevation?
South Asiatic Tea Co., Ltd recorded 2,989 mm in 2025, 19% more rain than the 2,511 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].
