Long Life Tea was developed over 400 years ago for the Emperor of The Ming Dynasty by his Royal Physicians. The Emperor specifically requested that this tea must provide pleasure & health, have an attractive appearance, and possess a pleasant aroma. Today, all Long Life beverages still honor these fundamental principles. Each herbal blend follows the philosophy of Chinese Herbal Medicine which seeks to bring balance and harmony. We proudly offer 400 years of rich heritage in every sip of Long Life tea. While the notion of Long Life Tea has been around for four centuries, our corporate history begins more recently, in the early 80s when Dr. Steven Chang and his student John Lindseth founded Wan-Tso which became the Long Life Tea Company. Dr. Chang’s grandmother was the last royal physician to serve an emperor in China — the Empress Tse Shi. The family recipes for Long Life Tea had been handed down from generation to generation and eventually to him. In the past, this special tea was reserved for the royal family and honored guests. However, in light of the superior taste, product quality and health benefits, Dr. Chang wanted to make Long Life Tea available to everyone. Consequently, in 2011, we carry on this tradition and bring Long Life Teas to the world. From its ancient roots, Long Life continues to provide a wide range of healthy, refreshing, delicious beverages to everyone.