Jakarta’s grey sky makes the weather colder than usual. These tea lovers have recommendations for tea shops that are perfect for warming up.
The continuous rain that flushed Jakarta made the sky look grey and not together. The colder-than-usual weather also makes many people prefer to be under the covers of their rooms.
Drinks that are warm and at the same time generate energy are certainly needed in conditions like this. Widino, a Twitter user and tea lover, has a recommendation for a teahouse that is suitable for warming up amid the capital’s gloomy weather.
Brewing single-origin tea with the freshest blended tea is the most delicious way to relax and warm up the body. The comfortable place is also suitable for lingering while waiting for the rain to stop.
1. LTG by Esterakyat
Not far from Barito park, there is a beautiful tea shop with beautiful nuances which is the most suitable for relaxing. The building uses a greenhouse with a sitting area in the middle of the provided yard.
LTG by Esterakyat presents a variety of tea blends ranging from single origin to tea blends with dominant black tea used as the base for the tea. Apart from hot tea, many foods and snacks are suitable to accompany tea time.
The price per pot of tea starts from IDR 30,000 and can be enjoyed up to 3-4 glasses. The location of the By Esterakyat LTG is on the Lamandau House page, Jalan Lamandau III No.5, Kramat Pela, South Jakarta.
2. Lewis & Carroll
Shifting slightly towards Kebayoran Baru, there is also a tea shop designed with a more comfortable concept. Dozens of types of tea concoctions can be chosen at Lewis & Carroll to be enjoyed with a soothing warm brew especially in rainy weather.
There are many artisan teas on offer, ranging from single origins such as black tea, green tea, and tea blends to herbal teas which are efficacious for dealing with health complaints. The teas presented here are also divided into several categories, namely the most expensive legacy, heritage to signature teas at the lowest prices.
This tea house or tea shop named Lewis & Carroll can be visited on Jalan Bumi No.4, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. One pot of tea costs IDR 40,000 with a size of 350 millilitres.
3. Pantjoran Tea House
Being one of the legendary and authentic teahouses, Pantjoran Tea House uses original tea blends and brewing tools from China. Customers who come also can not only enjoy the tea but at the same time learn the history and benefits of the tea as well.
Widino who has visited this tea shop mentioned that many of the tea concoctions provided here are imported directly from China. Starting from oolong tea to tea blend with a touch of mint, it soothes the body.
Unlike the previous tea shop, the price of tea here is indeed more expensive. One serving of tea is set at IDR 120,000 but can be enjoyed up to several cups. The location is at Jalan Pancoran No.4-6, Glogok, Tamansari, West Jakarta.
4. Teru
Even though it’s not a special tea house, Teru still offers five interesting tea variants to try. Located not far from LTG by Esterakyat, there is also a minimalist-style cafe that you can visit. Named Teru, this shop offers a tea-drinking atmosphere that is both beautiful and minimalist.
Even though it doesn’t specifically serve tea, Teru has some artisanal teas that are just as refreshing. There are five types of artisan teas to several delicious tea concoctions such as chai latte.
If you want to visit it, Teru is at Jalan Barito 1 No.19, Kramat Pela, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. The price for one serving of tea starts from IDR 45,000.
5. House of Tea
Apart from the four recommended Widino teahouses, there is another teahouse in the Gandaria area that is also being talked about a lot. The teahouse called House of Tea produces dozens of types of tea that many may not have known before.
In particular, House of Tea also supports Indonesian tea production by promoting a selection of classic Indonesian teas for its customers to sample. Uniquely, customers who come here can also learn about the culture of drinking tea in an authentic style.
The price per cup of tea can be ordered starting at IDR 18,000. The location of the House of Tea can also be visited directly on Jalan Poncol No. 3B, Gandaria Selatan, South Jakarta.
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