Event Overview

The World Tea Expo, a premier event for the global tea community, took place from March 24-26, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year, the expo attracted approximately 10,984 attendees, featuring industry leaders, buyers, suppliers, and innovators, marking a successful gathering of tea enthusiasts. The event was co-located with the Bar & Restaurant Expo, enhancing the experience through collaboration.

Highlights of the Expo

Expanded Venue and Cultural Events

For its first time on the second floor of the convention center, the World Tea Expo offered a more spacious exhibition area, enhancing attendee experience. The official ribbon-cutting, sponsored by Tea Capital Shizuoka, included a performance of the well-known Japanese song “Sukiyaki” by Reiko Wake, a noted tea ambassador, creating a culturally rich atmosphere.

Innovations and International Offerings

The expo featured a vibrant showcase of the latest developments in the tea industry, with various international pavilions where attendees could sample fine teas from around the globe, including Japan, China, India, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. The interactive Tea Bar became a focal point for discovering new trends and tasting innovative ready-to-drink tea products.

A Celebration of Excellence

An exciting moment during the event was the announcement of the 2025 Global Tea Championship winners. The competition recognized the highest quality teas in various categories such as matcha and loose-leaf, celebrating excellence in tea production around the world.

Words from Industry Leaders

Tim McLucas, Vice President of the Bar & Restaurant Group at Questex, expressed pride in hosting such a pivotal event for the global tea industry: “We’re proud to host the premier event where the global tea industry comes together to connect, learn, and shape what’s next,” he stated. The expo continues to adapt to the evolving landscape of the industry, thanks to the contributions of sponsors, partners, and attendees.

Future Dates and Information

The World Tea Expo is set to return to Las Vegas from March 23-25, 2026. For additional details, interested parties can visit this source.

About World Tea Expo and Questex

The World Tea Expo serves as a modern and collaborative platform that convenes professionals and enthusiasts from across the tea industry. It integrates fresh ideas with current trends, facilitating networking and educational opportunities. World Tea Expo is a part of the Questex Hospitality Division, which also oversees various other events and initiatives including Bar & Restaurant Expo and World Tea Academy.

Questex operates to enhance lives through hospitality, wellness, life sciences, and healthcare, creating dynamic experiences that connect people and enable better living.

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