A Journey Through Taiwanese Tea: Tasting, Stories & Sweet Pairings - 24 Aug
Discover the essence of Taiwan—one steep at a time.
What You'll Experience in Our Taiwanese Tea Tasting Workshop
🫖 Join us at JIATÉ Brussels for a flavorful journey into the world of Taiwanese tea. Celebrated for its rich variety and artisanal craftsmanship, Taiwanese tea reflects both nature and tradition in every cup.
Through a guided tasting of six distinct teas — from floral Four Seasons to honeyed Oriental Beauty — you’ll explore how terroir, elevation, and processing create unique expressions of flavor and aroma. You’ll also taste traditional Taiwanese sweets thoughtfully paired with the teas to highlight their nuances.
This is more than a tasting — it’s an invitation to slow down, connect, and discover the stories, seasons, and spirit of Taiwan through tea.
What You Will Learn
- The unique characteristics of Taiwanese teas across regions and elevations
- How to taste and compare Six signature teas, including Milky Oolong, Oriental Beauty, and Osmanthus Oolong
- Understanding flavor profiles, aromas, and textures through mindful tasting techniques
- The history and cultural significance of tea in Taiwan
- How to enjoy tea as a shared ritual and sensory connection
What’s Included
- Tasting of 6 premium Taiwanese teas including Four Seasons, Milky Oolong, and Oriental Beauty
- Traditional Taiwanese sweets carefully paired with each tea
- All teaware and utensils provided during the session
- Seated guided tasting in an intimate and welcoming setting
- Tea & light refreshments curated by JIATÉ Brussels
What You Will Take Home
A Deepened Connection to Taiwanese Tea – You’ll leave with new tasting techniques, cultural insights, and a renewed appreciation for the diversity and artistry of Taiwanese tea.
Tea Instructor – Lorela from Wanderlustea
Lorela Lohan
Lorela Lohan is the founder of WanderlusTea and a passionate tea wanderluster dedicated to exploring and sharing the global universe of tea. Known for her tea and food advice, she helps people rediscover tea through a modern, international lens—always with a spirit of curiosity and wanderlust.
With more than five years of professional experience in the non-profit sector and academic backgrounds in International Law and European Studies, Lorela combines her global mindset with a deep personal love for tea culture. Based in Brussels but connected worldwide, her tastings and talks blend tradition with trend, flavor with philosophy.
Lorela’s journey into tea began in 2011, and her turning point came in a small Prague teahouse where she was served a life-changing cup of Chinese tea. From that moment, her mission became clear: to introduce others to the rich diversity of tea and the stories of the growers behind each leaf.
“Tea is more than a drink — it's a bridge to culture, connection, and creativity.”
“I dream of a world where a restaurant menu offers aged oolongs and single-origin puer alongside fine wines.”
“Each tea holds a story worth telling — and tasting.”
Today, Lorela works to bring more visibility to high-quality tea and to connect consumers directly with tea farmers. Her workshops encourage people to slow down, savor, and discover the endless possibilities of tea beyond the ordinary cup.
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