Virtual Tea Hangout

15:00 - 16:00 The History of Yixing Teaware

with Kingston Lam

A virtual discussion on the History of Yixing Teaware, its origins, usages, and evolutions through history. Find out how and why it became the choice material for crafting Chinese teapots and how its popularity increased and traveled throughout the world.

15:00 - 16:00 Creating A Tea Space: Outdoor Edition

with Anna Ye

An open conversation about ways to take our tea enjoyment outdoors. Gather together your favorite pieces from your teaware collection and some tea, and tune in virtually! Whether you're brewing a cup of tea at your local park or on the top of a mountain peak, share with us your favorite methods to transport teaware outside without breakage and how you create a relaxing and harmonious tea setup. Anna will be facilitating this session from her local park.

16:00 - 17:00 Tea Tasting: The Effects of Oxidation on Tea

with Roy Lamberty

The oxidation level of tea allowed it to take place during processing has tremendous effects on the teas color, aroma, taste, and chemical composition. We will be brewing the above true origin teas, each with a different level of oxidation, and discussing how its aroma, color & taste are affected. Teas to taste: Lu'anGuapian Green Tea, Dancong Oolong, Dian Hong Red Tea

*Option A: Free/Provide your own teas. Option B: $20/Get Tasting teas delivered and order at checkout by Aug 6.

17:00 - 17:30 Tea Trivia

Tea History with Roy Lamberty

Tea Regions with Victor Leung

Tea Classifications with William Liu