"Throughout the long river of human history, every civilization shines like a star in the galaxy. Among these, tea culture stands out as one of the brightest, illuminating our lives, shaping our thoughts, refining our conduct..."

Course Overview

The "Tea Tasting & Sommelier Courses" require participants to master:

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Course Highlights

✨ Fusion of Chinese tea wisdom & Western perspectives
🔬 Scientifically rigorous yet engaging approach
🎨 Creative methodology respecting tradition
🌍 Unique lens to appreciate tea art

Premium Tea Selection

We feature 20 premium teas from China's emblematic growing regions, offering an immersive journey through authentic tea terroirs.

Course Curriculum

Session I: Foundation and Six Basic Types of Tea(lessons 1 to 8)

• The Characters of Tea Tree

• Tea Classification in Theory and Practice

• Green/Yellow/White Tea

• Oolong/Black/Dark Tea

Session II: Pu'er Tea(Special Focus: Lessons 9 to 12)

• Pu'er Terroir & Processing

• 4S Sensory Evaluation

Session III: Brewing Mastery and Evaluation(Lessons 13 to 14)

• 7 specialized brewing techniques, including:

• Green Tea/Yellow Tea(glasses brewing method)

• White Tea Ceremony/Rock Oolong Skills/Black Tea/Dark Tea（Gaiwan brewing method)

• Pu'er Tea Ceremony(teapot brewing method)

Session IV: History of Chinese Tea(Cultural Studies)

🕰️ Lesson 15: The History of Chinese Tea 

• From Shennong to the Tea Horse Road

• Tang Dynasty boiling vs. Song whisking techniques

• Ming/Qing global trade impact

Session V: Chinese Medicine & Tea(Wellness Integration)

🌡️ Lesson 16: Body Constitutions & Tea

• Yin/Yang balance principles

• 9 Body constitutions matching with tea types

• Seasonal tea therapy

Session VI: Wine & Tea Synergy(Cross-Disciplinary Applications)

🍾 Lesson 17: Food Pairing: Wine & Tea

• Tannin comparisons (Pu’er vs. Cabernet)

• Umami pairing science

🧊 Lesson 18: New Chinese-Style Beverages

• Cold-brew tea chemistry

• Tea cocktail mixology

🧪 Hands-On Practice Modules

🔎 Tea Evaluation & Tasting

   *Master the 4S Technique (See-Smell-Sip-Savor)*

     A comparative tasting of all 6 tea categories

     Identify 12 Key Tea Flavor Profiles

• Detect processing signatures (kill-green vs. oxidation levels)

🍵 Brewing Mastery Labs

1. Vessel-Specific Techniques

2. Variable Experiments

• Water Trials:
  💧 Compare spring/mineral/tap water
  🌡️ Test 65°C vs. 85°C vs. 100°C

• Wares Impact:
  🏺 Purple clay vs. porcelain vs. glass
  ⏱️ Timing differences per material

✨ Modern Tea Applications

New Chinese Beverage Lab

• Cold Brew Station:
  🧊 6-hour vs. 12-hour extraction
  🍊 Fruit infusion pairings

• Tea Mixology:
  🍸 Tea-tonic cocktails
  🧂 Himalayan salt rim techniques

The Tea Sommelier's Mission

"To transform Chinese tea from an exotic curiosity into a universal symbol of cultural refinement... articulating an Eastern philosophy of living—harmony in diversity."

Course Enrollment Details

📦 Tuition Inclusions

We strive to make high-quality tea education accessible while maintaining exceptional value. Below are the details for the Chinese Tea Sommelier Course tuition:

Standard Group Class Fee

• Standard Price: USD 1080
  

• Plan B: USD 920, no certification 
  

• Plan C: USD 840, participants prepare for the samples, tea study materials

• Plan D(naked price): USD 680, participants prepare for the samples, tea study materials, and no certification

What’s the standard price included?

✅ 32 Online Live Lessons – Interactive, hands-on training with expert instructors.

✅ Complete Set of Video Lessons – For supplementary learning and review.
✅ Tea Tasting Set (20 Varieties) – An ample selection of premium teas for practical sessions.
✅ Printed Study Materials – Carefully curated textbooks and guides.
✅ Printed Study Materials – Carefully curated textbooks and guides.
✅ Tea Brewing Set – A set of gongfu Gaiwan tea set.
✅ Two (2) Free Online Retraining Seats (For offline retraining, a fee of USD 100 applies)

Additional Notes

• Exclusions: Custom tax if your country requires,  Travel, accommodation, and personal insurance are not included in the tuition fee for the offline course in person.

• Payment terms and time: Full payment, one month in advance.

• Refund Policy: Non-refundable, as it secures your seat and covers advance material shipments.

• Scholarship: Not available. But we may consider providing you with any other part-time job. 

⏰ Schedule Options

Online Format

📅 2 lessons/day | ⏳ 1.5 hrs/day
🗓️ 4 days/week | 🌐 4 weeks total
🕒 Morning (as required) / Evening (as required)

Offline Immersion

📍 Kunming, Yunnan (or other designated cities)
🗓️ Option 1: 4 full days (9:00-18:00)
🗓️ Option 2: 8 half-days (9:00-12:30 or 14:00-17:30)

🎓 Certification Requirements

1. Attendance

• ≤ 3 absences

• Homework submission rate ≥80%

2. Evaluation Components
   ✍️ 3,000-word thesis on any tea topic
   🗣️ Oral defense (15 mins presentation + Q&A)
   🍵 Tea party organizing assessment

💰2025-2026 Tea Sommelier Program

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