The World of Tea
Tea is the world’s second most consumed beverage. This course explores its history, types, and brewing techniques.
Co-founder and Director of Somage Fine Foods, recognized as one of Australia's leading tea authorities.
Elevate your tea knowledge and explore its rich heritage, diverse flavors, and expert brewing techniques
Tea has captivated cultures worldwide, becoming the second most consumed beverage globally. Its rich history and diverse varieties offer a fascinating journey into flavors and traditions. In this online course, Nathan Wakeford, Co-founder and Director of Somage Fine Foods, delves into the origins of tea, its various types—including black, Oolong, green, white, yellow, and Puerh—and the art of brewing the perfect cup. Whether you’re a tea enthusiast or a hospitality professional, this course provides valuable insights to enhance your appreciation and service of tea.
At the end of this course you will learn about:
- The geographical origins and cultivation of tea.
- Detailed characteristics of black, Oolong, green, white, yellow, and Puerh teas.
- Standards for tea service in hospitality settings.
- The impact of water quality on tea preparation.
- Techniques for brewing exceptional hot and iced teas.
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Course Syllabus
Course Content
Chapter 2 - Tea Fundamentals
Chapter 3 - Types of Tea
Chapter 4 - Tea Service
Chapter 5 - Brewing Method
Chapter 6 - Final words
The historical journey of tea and its cultural significance.
What you'll learn
In this course, you will learn various techniques that will be useful on many occasions.
The techniques you will learn are:
- Understanding tea varieties
- Proper tea brewing methods
- Assessing water quality for tea
- Serving tea in hospitality settings
- Brewing iced tea
- Recognizing tea flavor profiles
- Implementing tea service standards
- Exploring tea’s cultural significance
- Identifying quality tea leaves
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Meet your Instructor
Co-founder and Director of Somage Fine Foods, recognized as one of Australia's leading tea authorities.
Recognized as one of Australia's leading tea authorities, Nathan has extensive experience in sourcing, blending, and educating about tea. His passion for tea has led him to explore tea cultures worldwide, allowing him to share a comprehensive understanding of tea's complexities.
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Oluwadamilola Bello
A Delightful Journey into the World of Tea – Enlightening and Elegant!
I absolutely loved this tea course! I learned so much about different tea types, brewing techniques, and the cultural history behind every cup. The instructor was knowledgeable and engaging. Whether you're a casual sipper or a true tea lover, this course will deepen your appreciation and leave you feeling refreshed and inspired. Highly recommended!
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Learned a lot about tea!
Really enjoyed the course, I which there was a bit more in depth about the flavor profiles of each tea and how to chill the tea to serve in a cold team pairing