In this unique experience, you’ll take part in a peaceful Chinese tea ceremony to savor three premium teas. We will brew each tea multiple times using the Gongfu Brewing method and guide you to appreciate the multiple layers of its flavors.
Each Chinese Tea Tasting session features teas specially selected for the time of year. For this session, we’ll brew three green teas freshly harvested in the 2026 spring season:
Pre-Qingming West Lake Longjing (Dragon Well)
Pre-Qingming Dongting Biluochun (Green Snail Spring)
Pre-Qingming Anji Baicha (Anji White Tea)
This session offers a rare opportunity to taste the best Chinese green teas at their freshest.
What You Will Experience
Savoring Premium Teas: China is home to some of the world’s finest teas. Discover your favorites as you taste these exquisite selections.
Guided Tea Tasting: Learn to appreciate the nuanced characteristics of tea—its aroma, taste, body, and aftertaste—unveiled layer by layer through multiple infusions.
Tranquility in a Cup: Enjoy a peaceful Chinese tea ceremony, savor masterfully brewed teas, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Chinese tea.
Agenda
Introduction to Chinese green teas
Tasting Pre-Qingming West Lake Longjing (Dragon Well)
Tasting Pre-Qingming Dongting Biluochun (Green Snail Spring)
Tasting Pre-Qingming Anji Baicha (Anji White Tea)
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Tea has its roots in China, where it has been consumed for over 2,000 years. Over the centuries, thousands of distinctive teas have been developed, each crafted through unique production methods. It’s no surprise that China offers some of the world’s finest teas.
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Gong Mengyan, a New York-based tea artist, has been immersed in the study of Chinese tea since 2015. She is a student of Li Shuyun, one of China's most innovative tea masters. Mengyan has been hosting tea ceremonies in NYC since 2022, and founded Teasthetic in 2023 to spread Chinese tea culture.
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Absolutely! We’re here to guide you every step of the way. With masterfully brewed teas and detailed tasting instructions, starting your journey into the world of Chinese tea has never been easier.
Join us to dive into the depths of tea!
Registration is required. Limited to only 8 spots, ensuring a deeply immersive experience for each attendee.