Chinese Tea Appreciation Session - Trial

A small-group Chinese tea tasting session for beginners, hosted in a quiet studio setting.

This session is designed for people who are curious about Chinese tea but do not know where to begin. Each Thursday session focuses on one simple tea idea, with guided tasting, hands-on brewing practice, and gentle exploration.

Each guest has a personal tea setup and will practice brewing with guidance. No tea experience is needed.

Upcoming Thursday Sessions

Thu, Sep 17, 2:00 PM
Chinese Tea Basics - Tea-to-Water Ratio
Learn how leaf amount and water volume affect strength, bitterness, and aroma in raw Pu-erh and oolong tea.

Thu, Sep 24, 2:00 PM
White Tea Levels & Brewing
Compare Silver Needle, White Peony, and Shoumei / Gongmei to understand white tea levels and brewing rhythm.

Thu, Oct 1, 2:00 PM
Green Tea Brewing Methods
Practice brewing green tea with a glass cup, gaiwan, and purple clay teapot.

Thu, Oct 8, 2:00 PM
Herbal & Non-Tea Infusions
Taste rose, chenpi, Mei Cha, and snow bud flower while learning the difference between true tea and herbal infusions.

What we will do

• Taste 2 Chinese teas or tea-related infusions
• Try hands-on brewing practice with guidance
• Smell and observe dry and wet tea leaves
• Practice slow, mindful tea drinking
• Take home small tea samples so you can practice again at home

Details

• Small group: up to 4 guests per session
• Duration: 60-75 minutes
• Time: Thursdays at 2:00 PM
• Location: Santa Clara, near Great America and Levi's Stadium. The exact studio address will be shared after booking.
• Price: $18 trial session

Please note: Some teas naturally contain caffeine, but we taste small portions with quick infusions, so the overall caffeine intake is usually modest. Please let Hellen know if you are caffeine-sensitive or have any health concerns.