A teapot and a cup.
From the elaborate tea ceremonies of Japan to afternoon tea in the British Empire to a glass of southern sweet tea on the back porch, people all over the world have celebrated tea rituals for centuries. Pursuing a career as a tea connoisseur will allow you to explore the many variations and subtleties of tea and help others get the most out of their tea experience. To become a tea connoisseur, you must familiarize yourself with teas on your own, research training opportunities, and market yourself to potential employers.
Cakes and sandwiches for tea.
Much of the knowledge you need to become a tea connoisseur can be gained on your own by drinking tea extensively and thoughtfully. Some experience can be gained through tea tastings, which are organized similarly to wine tastings. They can be hosted by tea experts or they can be informal gatherings of tea enthusiasts. Generally, a tea tasting consists of comparing teas from the same region to discover the subtlest variations in similar types of tea.
loose leaf tea
There are other, more structured forms of tea education that you should consider if you want to become a tea connoisseur. A Tea Masterclass is designed for anyone interested in learning more about tea and will cover the basics of tea types and how to prepare, store and serve them. A deeper tea certification workshop can take place over several days. The definition of the term “certified tea specialist” is not uniform, as the certifications offered by different organizations will not necessarily be the same. However, in general, a tea certification course will teach you about the history and social importance of teas around the world, the process of growing and preparing teas, the preparation of teas and foods, and the benefits to health. tea health.
A cup of tea.
Once you get some sort of certification, you’re ready to become a tea connoisseur. Career opportunities for tea specialists are often in the hospitality industry, in restaurants or luxury hotels. In this capacity, a tea specialist may be responsible for selecting the appropriate teas for various occasions and ensuring that the tea is stored and brewed as fresh as possible. Often this position will be a combined coffee and tea specialist position; so even if coffee is not your thing, having some knowledge about it will increase your marketing. Additional jobs are available to train others about tea, whether for personal enjoyment or business growth.