The sequence of serving tea using a Yixing Teapot 紫砂壶行茶之序

This course focuses on ten core processes of brewing tea using a Yixing teapot. Coming from the same principle of serving tea with specific sequences, we will practice the same concept with a Yixing teapot. Following the sequence helps us stay focused, calm, and organized when practicing the tea ceremony.

We will demonstrate and explain why all teaware are set up in a certain way; What teas are suitable for Yixing teapot; Tea ratio for Yixing teapot brewing; How the shape of teapot affects the taste of your tea; How to brew tea with Yixing teapot; How to take care of your Yixing teapot; Whether awakening and rinsing tea is necessary, and more!

If you have a Yixing teapot and feel that you didn’t take full advantage of it, you are welcome to join our course! We recommend this fundamental course to new gongfu tea lovers and anyone who wants to improve the aesthetics of your tea brewing.

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List of teaware and tea that you will need for this course (see attached picture):

  1. A Yixing teapot that holds approximately 100 ml of liquid

  2. A tea tray with depth for your Yixing teapot

  3. A fair cup

  4. Teacups - the number of teacups is up to you. We recommend 3 or 4.

  5. Small tray to hold your teacups (optional)

  6. Tea scoop/tea holder

  7. Tea needle

  8. A tea scale to measure the weight of your tea

  9. Springwater (don’t use tap water)

  10. Electric kettle

  11. A waste bowl

  12. A linen cloth to keep your tea table clean and dry.

  13. Your favorite oolong tea! (Any oolong tea works for this workshop, and we will be sending out free samples to participants in the U.S. )

How should I prepare for this course?

  1. Prepare all essential teaware and tea ahead of time;

  2. Join our zoom meeting on time;

  3. Set up your computer/camera so that I can see your set up and give instructions;

  4. Relax and enjoy! We look forward to embracing the fragrance of tea with you!

Location: Online - zoom link(will be shared through email)
The address of in person class will be sent through email.

Limited to 12 attendants/participants for the best experience and individual attention.

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