About the course
The curriculums are meticulously planned by our trainers and are designed in a manner geared towards the maximization of efficiency. Your time is valuable, so our goal is to best prepare you while taking up the least possible amount of your time. There are two levels of the Tea Connoisseur program.
Medium of Training- On-site
Who are the courses designed for- The course curriculums are designed for hotels, tea rooms, hospitality institutions, tea companies, cafés and groups interested in acquiring knowledge about tea.
Minimum group size- 15 participants
Curriculum Details
Level 1- Introduction to Camellia Sinensis
Approximate Training Time- 2 hours
The training session will comprise lectures and organoleptic tea tasting that will encompass the following topics :
Basics of Camellia Sinensis
Introduction to White, Green, Oolong and Black tea
Introduction to Tea Tasting Terminologies
Tea Evaluation Methodology for different varieties of CTC, Orthodox Teas
Course Fees - $70
Course Rules :
Prior Knowledge in Tea- No
Evaluation- No
Tasting Session- Yes
Certification- “Tea Connoisseur Level 1” Certificate
Validity- No expiration
Level 2- Deep delving into the World of Tea
Approximate Training Time- 6 hours
It will comprise extensive training and in-depth tea tasting. Conducted by experienced professionals, the training will consist of the following:
Sensory Training - Organoleptic evaluation using the sensory kit
Basics of teas from different terroirs of India – Assam, Darjeeling, Nilgiris
Different seasons and flushes of Indian Teas
Tea tasting and tea brewing instructions for different varieties from different terroirs of India
Tea Tasting and brewing tisanes and decaffeinated teas
Different methods of brewing Iced Teas and Matcha
Tea packaging and storing guidelines
Course Fees - $140
Course Rules :
Prior Knowledge in Tea- Must Have Completed “Tea Connoisseur Level 1” Certification
Evaluation- Yes
Tasting Session- Yes
Certification- “Tea Connoisseur Level 2” Certificate
Validity- No expiration
Policies
Confirmation Policy
The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email
Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is done at least 15 days prior to the commencement of the program, 25% of the advance payment shall be deducted and the balance amount shall be refunded.
If cancellation is done lesser than 15 days prior to the commencement of the program, 50% of the advance payment shall be deducted and the balance amount shall be refunded
In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.
Refund Policy
The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.