Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Partners with Luli to Launch AI-Powered Personalised Wellness Afternoon Tea
- Luli
- Jun 30
- 7 min read
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Guests receive personalised herbal tea recommendations based on an AI-powered Traditional Chinese Medicine assessment, powered by Aiteaic's patented 97% extraction technology, paired with a wellness-inspired afternoon tea experience.
Singapore, 26 June 2026 — Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore and Singapore wellness brand Luli have partnered to launch a personalised wellness afternoon tea experience that combines AI-powered Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) assessments, tailored herbal tea recommendations, and wellness-inspired culinary creations. The collaboration, enabled by Aiteaic – an AI-powered TCM wellness platform – marks the first time a hotel in Singapore has integrated TCM diagnostic technology into an afternoon tea experience.
Available from July 2026 at The Lobby Lounge, guests begin their experience with a complimentary AI-powered TCM assessment before receiving a personalised herbal tea recommendation based on their unique body constitution. The experience is paired with a curated afternoon tea menu developed in collaboration with Luli, offering a modern interpretation of TCM-inspired ingredients and flavours.
Set against the hotel's signature riverfront setting, the collaboration reimagines the traditional afternoon tea through a wellness lens. By combining technology, hospitality and cultural heritage, Grand Copthorne Waterfront and Luli are transforming afternoon tea from a social ritual into a personalised experience designed around the individual guest.
The partnership reflects growing consumer interest in experiences that balance indulgence with intentional wellbeing, offering a fresh approach to wellness that is both personalised and seamlessly integrated into the hospitality experience.
"At Grand Copthorne Waterfront, we are continually exploring meaningful ways to enhance the guest experience beyond traditional hospitality offerings. This collaboration with Luli allows us to introduce a new dimension of personalised wellness that is both engaging and accessible. By combining innovative technology with the timeless ritual of afternoon tea, we are creating an experience that encourages guests to pause, reconnect with themselves, and discover wellness in a way that feels intuitive and enjoyable," shares Andrew Tan, General Manager of Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore.
Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Technology
At the heart of the experience is Aiteaic, an AI-powered wellness platform developed by Singapore-based TCM wellness brand Luli, which is rooted in the philosophy of 药食同源 (Food as Medicine).
Upon arrival, guests begin their experience with a complimentary tongue scan using Aiteaic's AI Mirror. Drawing from Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostic principles, the system analyses key tongue characteristics to identify the guest's TCM body constitution, such as Qi Deficiency, Damp-Heat or Yin Deficiency, in less than 30 seconds.
Based on the assessment, guests receive a personalised herbal tea recommendation from Luli's collection of remedy tea formulations. The recommended tea is freshly brewed using Aiteaic's patented nanobubble high-pressure extraction technology, which preserves up to 97 per cent of the herbs' active compounds while delivering a smooth, approachable flavour profile (see Appendix 1 for more details). This technology ensures that guests receive not just a delicious cup of tea, but the full therapeutic potential of the herbs – without bitterness or compromise. The entire scan-to-sip journey takes less than two minutes, offering guests an accessible introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine through technology, hospitality and food.
"Traditional Chinese Medicine has always been deeply personalised, but historically it has not always been accessible or easy to integrate into modern lifestyles. Through this partnership, we are bringing AI-powered TCM wellness beyond our own spaces and into hospitality, allowing more people to experience personalised wellness in a familiar and enjoyable setting. It is an exciting step towards making TCM a natural part of everyday life," says Jovalene Teo, CEO & Founder of Luli and Aiteaic.
A Personalised Afternoon Tea Experience
Unlike conventional afternoon tea experiences where every guest receives the same tea pairing, each visitor receives a wellness tea tailored specifically to their individual TCM profile.
The tea collection features ten functional herbal blends developed using ingredients traditionally used within TCM, with flavour profiles ranging from floral and refreshing to warming and comforting.
Highlights include:
Ziziphus, Lily & Poria Tea: Formulated to support Qi stagnation while offering delicate floral and berry notes.
American Ginseng, Goji & Chrysanthemum Tea: A warming blend traditionally associated with circulation and vitality.
Tangerine Peel & Dendrobium Tea: Designed to support Yin nourishment with bright citrus notes and a smooth finish.
Malva Nut & Monkfruit Tea: A refreshing blend traditionally enjoyed for cooling and soothing properties.
Guests may also elevate their experience with personalised low-ABV (Alcohol by Volume) cocktails or wellness mocktails inspired by their AI assessment results, specially curated to complement their recommended tea profile.
Wellness-Inspired Afternoon Tea Creations Crafted exclusively for the collaboration, a selection of wellness-inspired creations has been developed to complement Luli's personalised tea recommendations. These include:
Ginseng Infused Chocolate 66%: A rich chocolate mousse infused with Luli's American Ginseng and Chrysanthemum Tea, balancing deep cocoa notes with delicate floral and herbal nuances.
Chrysanthemum Chantilly: Whipped cream slowly infused with Chrysanthemum Tea and paired with tea-soaked sponge cake, delivering a light and refreshing finish inspired by traditional herbal tea flavours.
As diners increasingly seek experiences that prioritise wellbeing, the collaboration reflects a broader shift within luxury hospitality toward personalised and preventative wellness. Rather than positioning wellness as a standalone offering, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore and Luli have integrated wellbeing into an everyday hospitality ritual, creating an experience that is meaningful and memorable.
Available daily: 3.00pm – 5.00pm
Price: S$68++ per set (for two pax)
Add-ons:
Personalised wellness mocktail: S$12++ per pax
Personalised low-alcohol wellness cocktail: S$24++ per pax
For reservations or enquiries, please contact: +65 8168 1539 / +65 6233 1338 or dining.gcw@millenniumhotels.com.
For media enquiries, please contact mktg.gcw@millenniumhotels.com.
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Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore
An award-winning and sustainable riverside hotel, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city; an ideal one-stop-shop for travellers of all kinds. This picturesque waterfront location along the bank of the Singapore River offers easy accessibility to the business and shopping districts, enabling business and leisure travellers the best of both worlds. Our international awards and accolades include Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Award 2023, Best Convention Hotel Singapore (2019-2020), Best Luxury Hotel Singapore (2018-2019), International Five Star Hotel (2019-2020), NTUC Digital Learning Transformation Award 2018, and BCA Green Mark Platinum 2015-2021 by the Building and Construction Authority. Visit www.grandcopthorne.com.sg for more information.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR)
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) is a dynamic, global hospitality group with properties spanning four continents and 80 destinations. With a reputation for excellence, MHR owns, manages, and operates over 145 properties worldwide including New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Auckland, Beijing, and Singapore. Its diverse brand portfolio includes The Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, M Social, Studio M, M Hotel, Copthorne, and Kingsgate—offering the perfect address for business and leisure travellers who are looking for hospitality experiences that go above and beyond the prevailing norm. MHR is the hotel arm of Singapore-listed global real estate company City Developments Limited (CDL). Both MHR and CDL are members of Hong Leong Group Singapore. For more information, visit www.millenniumhotels.com.
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About Luli
Luli is a modern TCM tea brand that believes wellness should be delicious, accessible, and free from bitterness. Named Best Tea 2025 by The Straits Times, Luli transforms traditional Chinese Medicine into modern, flavour-forward beverages – from herbal milk teas to functional wellness shots. Luli operates a flagship store at Marina Square and has completed successful pilots with Meta and Bloomberg. Its award-winning Roselle Tangerine Peel Zest was voted Best Tea 2025 by The Straits Times. Luli is the consumer face of Aiteaic, bringing AI-powered TCM wellness to everyday tea lovers.
For more information, visit https://linktr.ee/luli.sg
About Aiteaic
Aiteaic is a Singapore-based AI-powered TCM wellness platform rooted in the award-winning heritage of Luli – named Best Tea 2025 by The Straits Times and winner of the SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2026. Aiteaic extends Luli's core philosophy – that ancient wellness should taste good and do good – into a personalised, tech-powered experience.
At the heart of Aiteaic is an AI mirror that scans your face and tongue to identify your TCM body constitution in under 30 seconds. Based on your unique profile, the herbal tea capsule system recommends a targeted herbal brew, freshly prepared using patented nanobubble high-pressure extraction that preserves 97% of the herbs' active compounds.
Aiteaic transforms traditional TCM into a daily ritual that is warm, intuitive, and genuinely restorative – not clinical, not bitter, not a chore.
Its consumer brand, Luli, runs a flagship store at Marina Square and successful pilots with Meta and Bloomberg laid the foundation. Aiteaic builds on that legacy, bringing AI-powered TCM wellness to hotels, offices, and homes.
For more information, visit aiteaic.com.
For more information, please contact:
Claire Chan, Assistant Director of Marketing Communications
Kok Nee Tsu, Assistant Manager of Marketing Communications
APPENDIX 1: How the 97% Extraction Technology Works
Nanobubble generation: The system creates ultra-fine gas bubbles (nanobubbles) within the brewing liquid using high-pressure cavitation. These bubbles have an average diameter of 10-100nm – thousands of times smaller than a standard tea bubble.
Increased surface area: Nanobubbles provide an extremely high gas-liquid interfacial area, dramatically improving the contact between water and herbal compounds.
Enhanced extraction: The combination of nanobubbles and high pressure disrupts plant cell walls more effectively than conventional steeping, releasing a higher percentage of active compounds (polyphenols, flavonoids, saponins) into the brew.
Stable suspension: Nanobubbles remain suspended in liquid for extended periods, ensuring consistent extraction throughout the brewing cycle.
Result: 97% nutrient yield – significantly higher than traditional steeping (approx 40-60%) or standard pod machines (approx 60-70%).
Scientific Validation
Independent research has demonstrated that nanobubble-assisted extraction significantly increases polyphenol yield compared to conventional methods. Aiteaic's proprietary system adapts this technology for TCM herbs, optimising pressure, temperature, and bubble size for each capsule formulation.