Winter 2023 Tea Tasting Workshops

We are excited to announce that the 2023 Tea Tasting Workshops are here!

  

Join us on Saturday “tea” evenings to learn about and experience the true flavors of specialty origin teas in our educational, interactive & fun tea tasting workshops!

Perfect for the novice or connoisseur alike, our series of workshops provides a guided exploration through the vast and complex world of specialty loose leaf origin teas and herbal tisanes. During each workshop, we will journey to tea-producing countries around the world to experience unique teas and cultural traditions, learn how to truly taste tea, and unlock the secrets of proper preparation methods for each tea type. A flight of five teas or four pairings will be tasted and discussed in each workshop.

Tisanes for Immune Support – February 11th
Keeping our immune systems supported is important for health and wellness. Join us to discover some tisanes that are perfect for the task at hand. We’ll also be discussing other strategies that you can use to keep your immune system at optimal performance.

Tisanes for Stress/Nervous System Support – February 25th
Stress is ever-present and it can take a toll on our nervous systems if not properly addressed. Explore with us several tisanes that can be used to support the nervous system and mitigate the negative effects of stress. We’ll also be discussing other strategies that you can use to address stress and soothe your nervous system.

Tisanes for Digestive Health – March 11th
Digestive health is crucial to overall health, but gastrointestinal distress is, unfortunately, all too common. Join us to learn about some key herbs that may help alleviate symptoms of digestive distress and other strategies to optimize digestive function.

Tea & Cheese Pairing – March 25th

Savor four pairings of our specialty origin teas with small-batch, hand-crafted, award-winning artisanal cheeses. Join us for a unique and tasty experience!

Tea & Chocolate Pairing – April 8th

Join us to indulge in four pairings of our specialty origin teas with small-batch, hand-crafted, bean-to-bar artisan chocolates from Fruition Chocolate. This international award-winning chocolatier is among the top ten in the US.

Introduction to Tea Appreciation – April 22nd

Tea is more complex than wine and in this workshop we delve into the techniques and terminology used to unlock its wide-ranging characteristics. Overview of tea types, typical characteristics, factors that affect quality and characteristics, analyzing the leaf and the liquor. This workshop provides a solid foundation for the rest of the workshops in the series. 

Black Teas – April 29th

80% of all tea produced around the world is black tea, but few realize the range of aromas and flavors that can be found within this type of tea. Join us to explore rich and flavorful black teas that have been selected from our catalog of over 65 origin black teas that have been sourced from over 15 countries. 

Green Teas – May 13th 

Don’t think you like green tea? We hear this A LOT! Join us to explore teas that have been selected from our catalog of over 40 origin green teas and unlock the mysteries of selecting and properly preparing them for maximum enjoyment.

Wulong Teas – May 27th

Discover the most complex of all the teas! Join us to explore amazing wulongs, from traditional to rare, that have been selected from our catalog of over 40 origin wulongs sourced around the world  

White Teas – June 10th

Join us to explore and dispel the myths around some of the most delicate teas, which are often misunderstood and misrepresented. Teas will be selected from our catalog of almost 20 origin white teas sourced around the world. 

Pu-er Teas – July 8th

This complex category of tea is rare and relatively unknown here in the US. Join us to explore the unique and complex fermented and aged Pu-ers of Yunnan Province, China, which is a subclass of dark tea, selected from our menu of over 20 origin Pu-ers.

Dark Teas – July 22nd

As with the Pu-er teas, dark tea is a complex category of tea that is rare and relatively unknown here in the US. Join us to explore the unique and complex fermented and aged dark teas produced in regions and countries outside of Yunnan Province, China. These rare treats will be selected from our menu of 20 origin dark teas.

***More workshops are being planned for summer and autumn and will be posted here once dates have been scheduled. Please check back as we get closer.***

 

Workshops take place at Infuse Tea Bar at 106 Main St., West Sayville. Each workshop begins promptly at 7:00PM & will last for approximately 90 minutes – longer if you would like to stay for the highly recommended second infusions. More tea? Yes please!

Cost is $30 per person. Pre-paid registration is required & space is limited, so please sign up early! Attending each workshop is not required – just sign up for the ones that interest you the most. No refunds after registration, unless your spot can be filled.

To register or if you have any questions, please e-mail kristine@infuseteabarny.com or stop by the shop!