As the water was poured slowly into the teapot, the delicate leaves unfurled, revealing a vibrant green hue. The tea turned a beautiful golden-green liquor in the Gongdao after brewing...

Shiro Matcha is unique to Hvala, and possibly a world first - matcha made from white tea leaves instead of green tea leaves. When you sip on our Shiro matcha latte, you're not just drinking tea; you're indulging in an experience that celebrates innovation, honours tradition and upholds exceptional craftsmanship.

Takachiho, a rare single cultivar, was specifically developed for kamairicha. Named after a town in Miyazaki, it unfolds in the cup with a golden hue, subtle astringency, and a gentle sweetness reminiscent of sweet corn and vanilla cake.

At Hvala, we believe in cherishing every moment, and through our Ichi go Ichi e series, we invite you to experience teas that are as unique and special as the...

At Hvala, we believe in the beauty of every fleeting moment, which is why we’re thrilled to introduce our latest 'Ichi-go Ichi-e' tea in the series - Karabeni Single Cultivar Oolong. This tea is a masterpiece of both tradition and innovation, crafted by a family tea farm in Shizuoka.

Hana is a celebration of Wazuka's centuries-old tea culture and the spirit of spring itself. Each sip is a reminder of the delicate beauty of cherry blossoms and the sense of renewal that comes with the changing seasons.

For some artists, the focus is not solely on the medium or style but rather on the thematic content portrayed in the artwork. The artist’s style draws audiences’ attention, but...

In recent years, there has been a positive shift in perspectives towards psychological wellbeing and social stereotypes have been broken down. The ennui that many people experienced during the coronavirus...

Deeply passionate about the transformative power of music, Joey Wee, a remarkable local musician with a flourishing corporate career, believes that music has the ability to evoke a range of emotions...

When does restriction lead to liberation, and how does one balance between holding on and letting go? We sit down with Stephanie, a 25-year-old Environmental Earth Systems Science graduate, as...

Agile, experienced hands plucking at the tender shoots; it has to be quick, lest the best harvest period is over. Bags upon bags of leaves are collected, all seemingly the same to the untrained eye. But the adept farmers are able to differentiate them simply by sight and touch — the morphology of the plant reveals its cultivar.