The Lost Tea Company

Thingyan is a time of renewal and togetherness across Myanmar. It’s usually marked with celebration, water throwing, and gathering with family and friends. But this year is different. Following the devastating earthquake in Mandalay, thousands of people are in urgent need of support. Homes and communities have been destroyed, and access to basic medical care is limited. In response, 100% of all sales on our website during Thingyan will go directly to Medical Action Myanmar (MAM), who are providing emergency medical aid on the ground. You can also donate directly through the following links: 🔹 Medical Action Myanmar: mam.org.mm/donate 🔹 DEC Myanmar Earthquake Appeal: dec.org.uk/appeal/myanmar-earthquake-appeal We’re also walking 70km this week to raise funds for MAM. If you’d like to support, you can donate to our fundraiser here: 👉 GoFundMe – Myanmar Earthquake Relief Walk

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, causing widespread devastation. The death toll has surpassed 2,700, with over 4,500 injured and many more displaced. Entire communities have been destroyed, and with the monsoon season fast approaching, access to medical care, clean water, and essential supplies is more critical than ever. Every update from the ground has been heartbreaking. A group of us are taking on a 70km walk in 18 hours to raise funds for Medical Action Myanmar (MAM). They are working tirelessly to provide urgent medical care, distribute essential supplies, and assist in rebuilding affected communities—all in areas where it has been nearly impossible to get help in. We need your support. Every donation, no matter how small, will go directly to helping those in desperate need. 👉 Donate now – link in bio 📢 Please share & spread the word!

Organically farmed red turmeric from Myanmar is a prized spice, sourced from smallholder farmers using sustainable methods 🧡😊⁠ ⁠ Its vibrant colour, distinct flavour, and earthy aroma make it a sought-after ingredient, while supporting local communities and preserving the land's integrity 🇲🇲

Red turmeric tea is a delightful and soothing beverage that offers a range of health benefits 🧡 😊⁠ ⁠ It's a warm and comforting drink that can be enjoyed any time of the day. With its gentle and earthy flavour, red turmeric tea provides a moment of relaxation and well-being. It's a great way to support your immune system and promote a sense of calm. ⁠ ⁠ So, take a moment for yourself, brew a cup of red turmeric tea, and savour its subtle goodness 🇲🇲

🎉 Happy Thingyan 2024 from Lost Tea! 🎉⁠ ⁠ As we celebrate Thingyan, a time when communities across Myanmar come together in celebration, we're reminded of the importance of unity and connection 💦🎊⁠ ⁠ However, amidst the festivities, it's important to remember the ongoing and extreme challenges facing Myanmar at the moment. Our thoughts are with all those affected, and we stand in solidarity with them during this time of difficulty 💙⁠ ⁠ In light of the celebrations and the spirit of togetherness that Thingyan embodies, we're offering a 25% discount on all our products until Wednesday. ISimply use the code 'Thingyan2024' at checkout. 💧🍵 ⁠ ⁠ Let's embrace the joy of Thingyan and share it with one another while keeping those in our hearts who need it most.

Crunchy, Garlicy, Nutty Deliciousness - The undeniable king of snacks 🇲🇲🥜⁠

Our nut and bean mix is a delectable combination of crunchy nuts and hearty beans, providing a delightful texture and rich flavour that will leave you craving more 🥜🧄⁠ ⁠ Whether enjoyed as a satisfying snack or sprinkled atop salads, our mix is not only delicious but also packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a versatile and wholesome choice for any occasion 🇲🇲 👨‍🌾

U Wunna and his friends stopping for a cup of tea whilst mending a bridge on the road from A La Chaung to Pindaya 🍃⁠ ⁠ With tea being a significant part of Myanmar’s agriculture, naturally it is also embedded in Burmese life. Tea is the national beverage. Often drunk before or after meals, offered when receiving guests or even eaten as a meal or a snack, it is very hard to avoid tea in some form when going about your day in Myanmar ☕️🇲🇲

Aye Aye's unbelievably delicious vegan Aubergine and Chilli Lahpet curry 😍 🍃⁠ ⁠ Packed full of ginger, turmeric, garlic, chilli and of course Lahpet, this dish certainly isn't lacking flavour 😋 🙋‍♀️ 🙋‍♂️⁠ ⁠ INGREDIENTS:⁠ Tinned chopped tomatoes⁠ Chilli⁠ Garlic⁠ Ginger⁠ Vegetable stock⁠ Onion⁠ Chilli Lahpet⁠ Rice and chilli oil (@rice_over_everything ) to serve⁠ Burmese Bean & Nut Mix⁠ ⁠ MARINADE:⁠ ⁠ Aubergine⁠ Vegetable oil⁠ Chopped Lahpet⁠ Two cloves of garlic⁠ Honey⁠ One lime⁠ One tsp chilli powder⁠ One tsp tumeric powder⁠ ⁠ METHOD:⁠ ⁠ 1. Chop the aubergine into chunks and marinade with the ingredients listed above. Leave for at least 30 minutes⁠. Be sure to really massage the chopped Lahpet into the aubergine.⁠ ⁠ 2. Heat ,oil in a pan and add onion garlic chilli and ginger. Sauté for 10 minutes⁠ ⁠ 3. Add the chopped tomatoes and the vegetable stock⁠ ⁠ 4. Add the marinaded aubergine and leave to cook with the lid on for about 40 minutes⁠.⁠ ⁠ 5. Remove the lid, season and let the liquid reduce. Add Original Lahpet 5 minutes from end to incorporate the lovely whole leaves.⁠ ⁠ 5. Serve with rice, chilli oil, crunchy Beans and Nuts and a garnish of fresh coriander. ⁠ ⁠ 6. Enjoy!⁠

Get ready for a taste bud tango with our Chilli Lahpet Jars! 🌶️🎉 ⁠ ⁠ These little jars of joy are packed with a spicy kick that'll have your senses doing a happy dance. Crunch, munch, and savour the flavour fusion as you embark on a snack adventure like no other! 🔥🍴

👁👁🍃👌👩‍🌾⁠ ⁠ Sundrying and sorting tea takes an experienced eye and the smallholder farmers we work with in Pindaya certainly have just that! Generations of tea experts haven grown up amongst the leaves on these small family owned farms 💚

Kickstarting our Thursday with Wah Te’s tea and toast with a simple tomato salad 🍃🍳#BrunchOfChampions⁠ ⁠ Htein Lin Aung’s recipe is as follows:⁠ ⁠ INGREDIENTS:⁠ Chopped Lahpet⁠ Toat⁠ Egg⁠ Garlic⁠ Chilli⁠ Coriander⁠ ⁠ M ETHOD:⁠ ​1. Roast your tomatoes⁠ ​2. Finely chop your garlic and chillis⁠ 3. Poach/fry/boil your egg⁠ 4. Spread the chopped Lahpet liberally over the toast, followed by your egg and then a good sprinkle of the garlic and chilli (also we love it with Rice Over Everything chilli oil @rice_over_everything !!)⁠ 5. Garnish with Coriander and enjoy!