Landschaft Malawis

December 17: Morning Glow

Black tea from the Shire Highlands of Malawi smoked with wood of Guava tree

Good morning from the Shire Highlands in Malawi! This extraordinary black tea brings the warm energy of a Malawian morning right to your cup. Smoked with guava wood, it unfolds a smoky yet fruity aroma – perfect for starting your day with a special taste experience.

The fire of a Malawi morning

Warms all your senses: Smoked with the wood and the leaves of the guava tree, this fine black tea exudes an extraordinarily intense aroma with an earthy, woody note. At the same time, it seduces you with its wonderful sweetness, whether enjoyed at breakfast or in the afternoon. Its full-bodied, balanced base stems from a blend of three endemic cultivars from Malawi.

Satemwa Tea Estate Shire Highlands (Thyolo, Malawi)

With origins dating back to the early 20th century, Satemwa is today the only remaining family-owned tea plantation in Malawi. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Shire Highlands, the extensive estate benefits from fertile soils and an ideal climate. Satemwa is committed to fair labor practices and is a pioneer of handmade teas in Malawi.

Tea harvest in Malawi

Employment Contracts Designed to Be Mother-friendly

Satemwa is committed to truly equal opportunities for women. The company has therefore laid down comprehensive protection of mothers in its contracts. In addition to maternity leave and protection against dismissal, this includes granting 30-minute work breaks for breast-feeding, setting up a breast-feeding zone and crèche as well as a ban on overtime for breast-feeding mothers.

Let the intense smoke and sweetness surprise you – can you taste the guava?

Woman processing tea leaves