Art & Science of Chinese Tea: A Central Premium Hands-On Workshop

4.9
(24 reviews)
Shanghai, China

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This is not a typical tea tasting; it is a curated, hands-on workshop designed to decode Chinese tea culture through a multidimensional lens of Art, Science, and Humanity, bringing both intellectually satisfying and sensorially delightful.

Our Uniqueness:
1. Depth Over Demonstration: A Fusion of Fun, Interaction, and Knowledge
* Beyond the Sip: Guests personally operate different traditional tea utensils, learning the precise techniques for various teas.

2. Superior Quality & Exclusive Access
* Premium Teas Only: We serve superior-grade teas that are a class above the standard offerings found in tourist shops.
* An Oasis of Calm: The experience is held in a serene, traditional-style tea room located in central Shanghai.

3. Expert Guidance with a Unique Perspective
* Cultural Bridge Builder: Your guide is a tea expert, he also brings over 15 years of experience in cross-cultural exchange.

Example Menu

Main

Green Tea

A kind of Green Tea from Shanghai neighbor region.

Main

Black Tea

A hi-aroma black tea from south of China.

Dessert

Tea Snacks: Guess what do Chinese eat as Tea Snacks?

Main

Oolong Tea

Oolong Tea with special floral & fruit fragrance from south China.

Main

Secret Tea

Just to surprise you!

Main

Customized Tea Choice

What's Included

Shanghai Local / National Certified English Guide
Do you know what people eat as Tea Snacks?
You'll be tasting various Chinese Tea with most typical features!
Private Cozy Tea House Room (with practice tea ware, air conditioner and so on)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for a Tea House along the street, your guide will be welcoming you at the entrance. (Address: No.149 Nanchezhan Road, Huangpu, Shanghai) Taxi tips: You may show driver this Chinese address: 南车站路149号 - 碧源堂 Metro tips: Lujiabang Road Station (Lines 8/9) - Exit 6. Then a short walking distance.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

1. Arrival & Ambiance Setting
The space itself is part of the experience: minimalist, calming, and thoughtfully curated to enhance focus and reflection.

2. The Science & Story of Tea
Your guide will lead you through a systematic exploration of tea’s “why” and “how.”

3. Hands-On Brewing Mastery
Now it’s your turn to step into the role of tea artist. Under expert guidance, you’ll brew your own teas - taste, compare, and refine.
This is where theory becomes tactile, and curiosity becomes confidence.

4. Reflection & Takeaway
We’ll close with a quiet moment to reflect on what you’ve learned — and how to bring this practice home.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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