Mariage Frères tea

Mariage Frères is a legendary French gourmet tea house based in Paris. Founded in 1854 by brothers Henri and Edouard Mariage, the brand has become a global symbol of the 'Art of French Tea.' Its heritage is deeply rooted in the colonial tea trade of the 17th century, where the Mariage family began its journey as explorers and traders.

Today, the brand is celebrated for its exquisite blends and luxurious packaging. The manufacturing and blending processes remain strictly centered in France, where the tea masters curate thousands of references from tea estates worldwide. Despite its international reach and boutique presence in major world cities, the company maintains its high-end, artisan identity by keeping production localized in French ateliers.

Ownership of the brand transitioned in the 1980s from the founding family to its current management. Under the leadership of Franck Desains and Kitti Cha Sangmanee, the brand has expanded its footprint while staying true to its Parisian roots. It remains an independent luxury house with headquarters in the Marais district of Paris.