In short: Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Yuchi Township, Taiwan, operating at 793 metres elevation and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Yuchi Township, Taiwan, operating at an elevation of 793 metres. The estate is operated by Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. itself and produces green, oolong and black teas. No buyers are currently recorded in public supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 793 metres above sea level in Yuchi Township, the estate sits within a mid-elevation band that typically experiences moderate diurnal temperature variation. Estates at this altitude in central Taiwan generally benefit from cooler nights and warm days, conditions that tend to slow leaf maturation and can encourage the accumulation of amino acids and polyphenols in the fresh leaf.
Yuchi Township lies in Nantou County, a region where the interplay of latitude—just north of the Tropic of Cancer—and elevation tends to produce a growing environment with year-round activity but distinct seasonal flushes. Mid-elevation sites such as this often see mist and cloud cover during certain periods, factors that can moderate direct sunlight and influence the development of leaf character and enzymatic potential in the plucked material.
Tea Produced
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. produces green, oolong and black teas. Estates in this part of Taiwan at comparable elevations often yield oolongs with a balance of floral and creamy notes, while greens may exhibit vegetal freshness and a rounded body. Black teas from mid-elevation Taiwanese gardens typically offer malty or honeyed characteristics with moderate astringency. The multi-type output suggests processing versatility, adapting to both oxidised and unoxidised styles depending on leaf selection and market demand.
Operator
The estate is operated by Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd., which does not appear to manage other tea estates currently recorded in the directory. This suggests a focused, single-site operation with direct oversight of production and processing activities at the Yuchi Township location.
Certifications & Ethics
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that requires member estates to meet standards covering labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP certification offers independent assurance that the estate is subject to regular monitoring against a common framework; for workers, it signals a commitment to grievance mechanisms, safe working conditions and the progressive improvement of employment practices on certified sites.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. lies at 23.8754, 120.9188 in Yuchi Township, Taiwan. Its 793 m elevation is the 2nd highest of 7 estates we map in Taiwan. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Long Tai Tea Products Co., Ltd. — 24 km away · Mingjian Township
- Ming Ding Cha International Co., Ltd — 44 km away · Shengmaoshu
- Good Young Co. Ltd. — 110 km away · Longtan Dist
- Wellstand Tea Leaves Co., Ltd. — 118 km away · Pingzhen Dist
- Cheng Chiuan Co, Ltd. — 127 km away · Sanxia Dist
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. (793 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. recorded 3,160 mm in 2025, 21% more than the 2,619 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooroondoowatte | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 794 m | 2,750 mm | 26.1 °C |
| Balangoda Plantations, Cecilton | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 797 m | 3,088 mm | 25.7 °C |
| Moongalaar Tea Estate | Periyar, India | 804 m | 2,600 mm | 25.8 °C |
| Choke Chamroen Tea Co Ltd | Chiang Rai, Thailand | 806 m | 1,748 mm | 26.0 °C |
| Cherakara Tea Estate | Thalappuzha Police Station Rd, India | 769 m | 2,910 mm | 26.3 °C |
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. Compared with Taiwan
In Taiwan, Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is the wettest of the 7 estates by 2025 rainfall; higher than 83% of the others by elevation; cooler than 83% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Shin-Yu-Min 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 | Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 793 m | 206 m | 60 to 875 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,160 mm | 2,402 mm | 2,152 to 2,989 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.1 °C | 26.4 °C | 23.2 to 28.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.6 °C | 19.0 °C | 16.7 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 3,160 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (690 mm) and the driest was December (51 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.1 °C and overnight lows 15.6 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,160 mm |
| Wettest month | July (690 mm) |
| Driest month | December (51 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. located?
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is in Yuchi Township, Taiwan, at coordinates 23.8754, 120.9188, at an elevation of about 793 metres.
Who operates Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd.?
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is operated by Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. produce?
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. hold?
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,160 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (690 mm).
How does Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Shin-Yu-Min Co., Ltd. recorded 3,160 mm in 2025, 21% more rain than the 2,619 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].
