A cup of tea.
A world to discover.

Chapter 01

Bowl brewing: leaves after water

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Mar 19, 2027

Meet Guzhang Maojian, a spring green tea from the Wuling Mountains. Start with water in the bowl, then add tea and observe the leaves opening.

Tea

Guzhang Maojian

Tools

A tea bowl, measuring cup, scale and kettle

Practice

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Chapter 02

Bowl brewing: water in stages

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Mar 05, 2027

Explore the fresh character of Anji Bai Cha. Practice adding water in stages and observe how the leaves open.

Tea

Anji Bai Cha

Tools

A tea bowl, measuring cup, scale and kettle

Practice

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Chapter 03

Bowl brewing: leaves before water

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Apr 16, 2027

Explore the fuller character of Huoshan yellow tea. Place the leaves in the bowl before pouring water and follow the demonstrated brewing method.

Tea

Huoshan Huang Da Cha

Tools

A tea bowl, measuring cup, scale and kettle

Practice

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Chapter 04

Everyday tea in a glass or gaiwan

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Apr 30, 2027

Explore the floral fragrance of jasmine tea in a heat-resistant glass and a large gaiwan. Observe aroma, strength and the pace of everyday drinking.

Tea

Jasmine tea

Tools

A heat-resistant glass and a large gaiwan

Practice

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Chapter 05

Your first gaiwan practice

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Apr 02, 2027

Discover Junmei black tea through spring aromas. Follow the right-hand tea-table arrangement and practice holding the gaiwan, pouring water and decanting the tea.

Tea

Junmei black tea

Tools

A gaiwan, sharing pitcher, tasting cups and tea cloth

Practice

A preview of the planned practice. The full demonstration will be available when this lesson is released.

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Chapter 06

Your first teapot practice

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release May 28, 2027

Explore the mellow character of ripe pu-erh tea. Follow the right-hand tea-table arrangement and practice a complete teapot routine, from warming the vessels to serving.

Tea

Ripe pu-erh tea

Tools

A small teapot, sharing pitcher and tasting cups

Practice

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Chapter 07.1

Lapsang Souchong I: origins & craft

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Dec 18, 2026

Explore the origins, mountain terroir and pine-smoking craft of Lapsang Souchong. Practice the gaiwan grip and left-hand tea-table arrangement demonstrated by the instructor.

Tea

Lapsang Souchong

Tools

A gaiwan, sharing pitcher, tasting cups and tea cloth

Practice

A preview of the planned practice. The full demonstration will be available when this lesson is released.

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For future practice, bring the tea listed above and suitable teaware you already own.

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Chapter 07.2

Lapsang Souchong II: a guided comparison

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Jan 08, 2027

Compare several Lapsang Souchong teas through guided gaiwan brewing. Notice differences in aroma, body and finish while keeping your brewing method consistent.

Tea

Lapsang Souchong

Tools

A gaiwan, sharing pitcher, tasting cups and tea cloth

Practice

A preview of the planned practice. The full demonstration will be available when this lesson is released.

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For future practice, bring the tea listed above and suitable teaware you already own.

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Chapter 08

A closer look at teapot technique

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Dec 04, 2026

Prepare a warming cup of Shou Mei white tea for a winter evening. Practice the left-hand tea-table arrangement and compare successive infusions.

Tea

Shou Mei white tea

Tools

A small teapot, sharing pitcher and tasting cups

Practice

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Chapter 09

Gongfu brewing with a gaiwan

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Jan 26, 2027

Explore the floral aromas of Phoenix Dan Cong through gongfu brewing with a gaiwan. Connect aroma and flavor with the rhythm of each infusion.

Tea

Phoenix Dan Cong

Tools

A gaiwan, sharing pitcher and matching tasting cups

Practice

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Chapter 10

Gongfu brewing with a teapot

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Jan 15, 2027

Explore the roast and floral character of Wuyi rock tea. Practice gongfu brewing with a teapot and serving tea to guests.

Tea

Wuyi rock tea

Tools

A small teapot, sharing pitcher and tasting cups

Practice

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Chapter 11

Exploring aroma cups

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release May 14, 2027

Explore the aromas of Zhangping Shui Xian oolong. Learn how aroma cups and tasting cups work together in Taiwanese-style tea preparation.

Tea

Zhangping Shui Xian oolong

Tools

A small teapot, sharing pitcher, aroma cups and tasting cups

Practice

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Chapter 12

Discover Song-dynasty whisked tea

Translation missing: en.lta.video.expected_release Jun 04, 2027

Discover the utensils and cultural context of Song-dynasty whisked tea, with a demonstration of the seven-pour method.

Tea

Tea powder selected for whisking

Tools

A tea bowl, tea whisk, sieve and pouring vessel

Practice

A preview of the planned practice. The full demonstration will be available when this lesson is released.

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