Best Teas in Bangkok - You gotta try these !

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Thai milk tea, or "Cha Yen," is a beloved beverage in Thailand, celebrated for its sweet, creamy, and unique flavor. It’s crafted using strong brewed black tea, sweetened condensed milk, and sometimes evaporated milk. Here are some popular Thai milk tea brands and spots in Bangkok that we've selected for you to try. Enjoy the classic taste of Cha Tra Mue, or discover other brands that offer their own special twist on this delightful drink.

 

1. Karun Thai Tea (การันชาไทย)

 

Specialises in traditional Thai tea, with a high quality and authenticity. They offer both classic and modern Thai tea drinks. They have a variety of Thai teas available for you to choose. This is simply a paradise for Thai tea lovers.

 

Location/branches:

• Central World, 3rd floor
• Siam Paragon, G floor
• EmQuartier, M floor
• Gaysorn Village, 2nd floor
• Mega Bangna, 2nd floor
• Central Ladprao, 2nd floor
• Central Eastville, 1st floor
• Fashion Island, 1st floor
• Future Park Rangsit, G floor
• True Digital Park, G floor, West
• Empire Tower, M floor
• S-Oasis, G floor

Opening hours: Typically 10.00AM to 9.00PM.

Price Range: THB75 to THB135.

Highlight: Famous for their well-balanced and aromatic Thai iced tea. A good place to experience traditional flavours with a modern twist.

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2. Cha Tra Mue (ชาตรามือ)

PHOTO: via ChaTraMue Facebook

One of the most famous Thai tea brands, ChaTraMue has been serving traditional Thai tea since 1945. They are well-known for their classic Thai iced tea. If you want to try the traditional taste of Thai tea, this is a must. Since they have many branches spreading all over Bangkok, there’s no excuse not to get one at your nearest.

Opening hours: Typically 10.00AM to 10.00PM

Location/branches: they have many locations throughout Bangkok, but notable ones include:

• Siam Paragon, G floor
• Central World, 1st floor, 7th floor
• Terminal 21, G floor
• Terminal 21 Rama 3, LG floor
• Iconsiam, G floor
• Silom Edge, floor G
• Central Rama 9, 1st floor
• Central Embassy, 4th level
• Central Ladprao, G floor, 3rd floor
• Central Eastville, 1st floor
• Fashion Island, B floor
• True Digital Park
• EmQuartier, B1 floor

For more locations, you can look them up on Google Maps by searching “ChaTraMue near me.”

Price range: THB35 to THB100.

Highlight: Their Thai iced tea is famous for its rich flavour and authentic taste. They also offer a range of traditional Thai tea blends.

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3. Everyday Thai Tea (ฉันจะกินชาเย็นทุกวัน)

PHOTO: via Everyday Thai Tea Instagram

Everyday Thai Tea specialises in Thai iced tea (Cha Yen), offering high-quality, authentic flavours. They focus on freshness and consistent taste for the Thai tea experience. Other than drinks, they also deliver Thai tea fusion desserts.

 

Opening hours: Typically 10.00AM to 8.00PM (for the slushy may vary to each branch)

Location/branches:

• Bantadtong Branch 0 (cafe)
• Bantadtong Branch 1 (Chula Soi 12)
• Ruam Sap Market, Asoke
• Fashion Island, B floor
• Pop Up at EmSphere, G floor
• Central Ladprao, G floor
• Mega Bangna, 1st floor (in front of Miniso)
• The Mall Bangkapi, G floor
• The Mall Ngamwongwan, G floor
• Siam Square One, 3rd floor (next to the Siam BTS skywalk)
• Samyan Mitrtown, G floor
• Future Park Rangsit, 2nd floor (behind Krungsri Bank)

Price range: THB70 to THB100.

Highlight: Their Thai iced tea is famous for its rich flavour and authentic taste. They also offer a range of traditional Thai tea blends and desserts like pudding or macaron.

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4. Chongdee Teahouse (โรงชาชงดี)

PHOTO: via Chongdee Teahouse Fabebook

Chongdee Teahouse is a beloved Thai tea brand, famous for its rich flavours and traditional tea blends. It’s a great choice for tea lovers, especially those who appreciate the unique taste of southern Thai tea. They also serve local snack like Pa Thong Ko (Thai-style doughnuts) to eat with their tea.

Opening hours: Typically from 10.30AM to 8.30PM.

 

Location/branches:

• Central World, 7th floor (opposite Momo Paradise)
• Central Ladprao, 2nd floor
• Central Eastville, 1st floor (inside Tops, next to Waraporn)
• Central Westville, G floor (in front of Tops)
• Central Pinklao, G floor (in front of Tops)
• Iconsiam, 5th floor (in front of MK Live)
• The Circle Ratchaphruek

Price range: Up to THB250

Highlight: Chongdee Teahouse is known for its unique tea flavours, made with high-quality ingredients from Southern Thailand, giving each cup a rich and aromatic taste.

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5. Khiri Thai Tea (คีรี ไทยที)

PHOTO: via Khiri Thai Tea Facebook

Khiri Thai Tea is a store known for its traditional Thai tea (Cha Thai). They focus on delivering authentic and high-quality Thai tea, ensuring a rich and flavourful experience with a commitment to the selected teas. What makes their teas special is that they come from many different cities in Thailand, like Lampang, Nan, Phrae, or other places that grow tea.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00AM to 7.00PM

Saturday and Sunday, 9.00AM to 8.00PM.

Location/branches:

• Yaowarat flagship store

Price range: THB100 to THB200.

Highlight: Khiri teas have a very distinct taste and smell, which is partly due to the type of tea and its origin.

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6. Fuku Matcha

PHOTO: via Fuku Matcha Facebook

Fuku Matcha combines Japanese matcha with other tea styles, including Thai tea. Known for their high-quality matcha and unique tea blends, they offer a distinctive twist on traditional Thai tea by integrating matcha elements like the Thai milk tea with matcha ice-cream float on top menu.

 

Opening Hours: Typically 10.00AM to 9.00PM (depending on each branch)

Location/branches:

 

• Siam Center, 2nd floor
• Central World, 6th floor
• MBK Center, G floor
• Central Rama 9, 6th floor
• Terminal 21, LG floor
• Iconsiam, 5th floor
• Silom Complex, G floor

For more locations, you can look them up on Google Maps by searching “Fuku Matcha near me.”

Price range: THB50 to THB150.

Highlight: The extremely strong tea and creative fusion menus.

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7. KOI Thé

PHOTO: Thai tea via KOI Thé

KOI Thé is a popular tea brand among Thais. Known for its high-quality teas, including its signature Thai tea blends. They offer a range of beverages with curated ingredients and customisable options (bubble options, blends, and sweetness).

Opening Hours: Typically 10.00AM to 10.00PM

Location/Branches:

• Siam Paragon, G floor
• Central World, 3rd floor
• Terminal 21, 1st floor
• Iconsiam, 4th floor
• Central Embassy, 3rd floor
• Central Ladphrao, 2nd floor
• Central Rama 9, G floor
• Central Westville, G floor

For more locations, you can look them up on Google Maps by searching “KOI Thé near me.”

Price Range: THB50 to THB120.

Highlight: KOI Thé is famous for their smooth and tasty tea, including Thai tea, which can be customised to your taste or preference. The uniqueness of the smell of their drinks. They are also known for their consistency and quality across various branches.

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These tea spots offer a range of options from traditional Thai tea to innovative blends and bubble tea, ensuring that there’s something for every tea lover in Bangkok.

 

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