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Advanced Tea Tasting & Sommelier Course

高阶品茶与侍茶课

"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:


  • Tea processing

  • Tea brewing

  • Tea evaluation

  • Tea sommelier

  • Tea and health

  • Tea dissemination

Course Structure:
✅ 6 modules
📚 18 theory lessons
🍵 15 practice lessons



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 15The 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 16Body 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 17Food Pairing: Wine & Tea

    • Tannin comparisons (Pu’er vs. Cabernet)

    • Umami pairing science

    🧊 Lesson 18New 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

MethodEquipmentKey Skills
Glass BrewTall cupTemperature layering • Leaf dancing observation
Gaiwan ArtLidded bowlFlavor Balancing • Aroma locking
Teapot BrewTeapotOld tea brewing skill
New StyleNew style waresCold brewing • Tea blending

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 1380 for overseas students, RMB 8,800 for students in the Chinese mainland.

  • 2025 Promotion Price: USD 880 for overseas students, RMB 5,800 for students in the Chinese mainland (Limited-time offer).

Payment Structure

  1. Reservation Deposit: USD 300 (Non-refundable)

    • Upon receiving your deposit, we will immediately ship your study materials in advance.

  2. Remaining Balance: USD 580

    • To be paid 7 days before the class begins.

What’s 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.
✅ Certification – Official recognition upon successful completion.
✅ Two (2) Free Online Retraining Seats (For offline retraining, a fee of USD 100 applies)

Additional Notes

  • Exclusions: Travel, accommodation, and personal insurance are not included in the tuition fee.

  • Refund Policy: The deposit is non-refundable as it secures your seat and covers advance material shipments.




⏰ Schedule Options

Online Format

📅 2 lessons/day | ⏳ 1.5 hrs/session
🗓️ 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
    ✍️ 5,000-word thesis on any tea topic
    🗣️ Oral defense (15 mins presentation + Q&A)
    🍵 Tea party organizing assessment


💰2025-2026 Tea Sommelier Program

SCHEDULE

Introductory Information of 2-Star Tea Tasting & Sommelier Course.pdf


(Contact us for payment terms and scholarship options)


21st Session(online): Aug 4 to Aug 29, 2025

22nd Session(online): Sep 1 to Sep 26, 2025

23rd Session(offline): Sep 26 to Sep 29, 2025

24th Session(online): Nov 3 to Nov 29, 2025

25th Session(online): Dec 1 to Dec 26, 2025

26th Session(online): Jan 5 to Jan 30, 2026

27th Session(online): Mar 2 to Mar 27, 2026

28th Session(offline): Mar 28 to Mar 31, 2026

29th Session(offline): Apr 11 to Apr 15, 2026

30th Session(online): May 4 to May 29, 2026

31st Session(offline): May 28 to May 31, 2026

32nd Session(online): Jun 1 to Jun 26, 2026

33rd Session(offline): Jun 27 to Mar 30, 2026

34th Session(online): Jul 6 to Jul 31, 2026

35th Session(online): Aug 3 to Aug 28, 2026

36th Session(offline): Aug 28 to Aug31, 2026

37th Session(online): Sep 1 to Sep 25, 2026

38th Session(offline): Sep 26 to Sep29, 2026

39th Session(offline): Oct 23 to Oct 26, 2026

40th Session(online): Nov 2 to Nov 27, 2026

41st Session(offline): Nov 27 to Nov 30, 2026

42nd Session(online): Dec 1 to Dec 25, 2026

43rd Session(offline): Dec 26 to Dec 29, 2026


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