Tea tasting
Brew loose-leaf teas and compare them, from small-pot gongfu brewing to tea ceremony.
Tea tasting
- To start
- $30
- Each month
- $15
- Time
- 1 hour a week
- Sessions
- 15 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- Every session brings something you haven't tasted, heard or seen.
- It builds a collection you'll love curating.
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to have more fun
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Tea tastingAverage food & Drink hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$30Cheaper to start than 55% of hobbies
$15Over a year, more than the kit
$210About $4 an hour at 1 hour a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Brew three loose-leaf teas properly and compare them.
15 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does tea tasting cost to start?
About $30 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $15 a month once you are going.
How much time does tea tasting take?
About 1 hour a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 15 minutes or more.
Can I do tea tasting at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is tea tasting good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Brew three loose-leaf teas properly and compare them.
Do I need other people for tea tasting?
No. It works fine on your own.