Sunday, November 23rd at 1:00pm
2202 Ave X, Brooklyn, New York
Every other Weekend, while the shop is closed, we set aside a couple of hours to brew and share tea with new and old friends, and you're invited :)
It's a casual, friendly tea tasting, where we try 3 different teas (see below). It will be either new arrivals, old favorites, or fresh samples. We will take time to explore their origins, how they were made, and what we're tasting. It's not a class or a lecture – just tea, conversation, and a chance to slow down and enjoy the moment :)
We like to keep it small – there are only 6 seats available, so if you're planning to come, it's a good idea to reserve your spot in advance. The price is nominal, to cover the cost of the teas we are tasting.
So, if you're free on this day and want to try some good teas with good people – join us. We'll be here, kettle on :)
The teas we'll be tasting are Black (Red) Teas, this time from Yunnan:
• "Golden Buds" Jin Ya Dian Hong – Golden Buds Jin Ya Dian Hong has a well-rounded and harmonious flavor. The tea offers mild maltiness, subtle chocolate notes, and a light floral aroma. The tea is crafted from Feng Qing Da Ye Zhong (凤庆大叶种), a local large-leaf cultivar (Camellia sinensis var. Assamica) renowned for its rich flavor profile.
• "Pine Needle" Song Zhen Dian Hong Black Tea – The name "Pine Needle" Black Tea comes from the delicate shape of the tea leaves, which resemble long and thin pine needles. This tea is relatively new, just shy of 100 years old. It gained popularity in the early 20th century after becoming a favorite with the Queen of England. Preferring the gentle and sweet flavor profiles of Chinese Black Tea over the more robust profiles of Indian Black Tea, Yunnan tea quickly gained royal following.
• "Red Dragon" Hong Long Black Tea – This time, the masterful tea artisans took two well-known tea cultivars: Jin Xuan, best known for the famous Milk Oolong, and Ruan Zhi (also known as Qing Xin) – one of the highest quality and most popular Taiwanese cultivars, used for producing many high-mountain oolong teas, and turned them into a new, delicious black (red) tea. Many layers come into play here: the sweet creaminess of the Jin Xuan cultivar, the unforgettable floral and fruity scents of the Ruan Zhi, and the maltiness of a skillfully processed Hong Cha.
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Customer Reviews
It was such an amazing experience. Everything about this tea ceremony was absolutely amazing. I truly enjoyed the entire process – it was calming, beautiful, and deeply engaging. The teaware was incredible – every piece looked like a work of art, and the aroma of the tea was unforgettable. Each tea we tried was delicious, and the host gave a fascinating explanation about every one, which made the experience even more meaningful. The place where the ceremony took place was simply breathtaking. Every detail of the interior felt special and intentional – it was like stepping into another world. The atmosphere, the design, the cups – everything was perfect. I highly recommend this experience to absolutely everyone. It’s truly something extraordinary that stays with you long after it’s over.
It was just mind-blowing experience. Does not matter whether you like tea or not - it is so worth it. The host is amazing, he knows EVERYTHING about the tea and traditions. Be ready for tea experience you won't find anywhere else in NYC
The tea tasting is a perfect way to learn about loose leaf teas and steeping styles, about different tea varieties, or to deepen an existing tea practice. I enjoyed having the opportunity to try new yellow teas, to purchase my favorites, and to talk about tea. Path of Cha is an oasis, and I will definitely come to another tasting :)
