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Spring in a Cup: A Tea Blending Workshop

$2500

A festival admission ticket is required to attend workshops, cupping sessions, and other events. All tickets for these activities are final, non-refundable, and cannot be canceled, returned, or exchanged. Thank you for your understanding.



Saturday, April 11 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Learn to craft your own tea blend! Using classic black tea as your base, you’ll explore how to expertly balance strength, aroma, and sweetness to create a fresh, spring-inspired blend. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll experiment with high-quality botanicals and craft a unique tea tailored to your personal taste. Perfect for beginners and tea enthusiasts alike, this session is all about creativity and flavor harmony. Plus, you’ll take home your very own custom-made tea blend to enjoy! Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your appreciation for tea culture.

Speaker: Thometra Foster

Thometra launched Te’Aqua in 2021, offering quality loose-leaf teas online and in stores. Passionate about tea, she hosts classes and events on tea history and tastings. In 2023, she completed the Herbs and Infusions Masterclass and is pursuing Tea Sommelier certification.