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About the course
Our International Tea Sommelier Program is a vivid course, starting from the fundamentals to the most in-depth knowledge on tea. It encompasses knowledge about conventional teas (Camellia sinensis) as well as herbal teas and tisanes. The Tea Sommelier Program is divided into 2 parts - Intermediate & Advanced. Each level is of 2 days.
International Tea Sommelier (Intermediate) Program
Day 1
Session 1: Tea Tasting and Sensory Evaluation
Introduction to Tea Tasting: Basic principles and guidelines.
Step-by-Step Evaluation: Conducting tea tasting using the 4 key senses.
Tea Taster’s Flavour Wheel: Learn the methodologies and terminologies used in tea tasting.
Activity 1: Olfactory Training
Practice aroma identification to enhance your sensory skills.
Lunch at Raming Tea House - Enjoy a special lunch prepared with tea leaves in different styles
Session 2: Tea Processing Steps
Learn all the stages of tea processing: plucking, withering, fixation, rolling, shaping, oxidation, drying, and aging.
Explore the biological reactions that occur in tea during processing.
Session 3: Afternoon Tea Session
Guidelines for preparing and serving tea - Learn the etiquettes and styles of serving afternoon tea.
Activity 2: Enjoy an Afternoon Tea Party
Session 4: Basics of Tea from Different Terroirs
Discover the unique flavours of teas from different terroirs and understand how the micro-climatic conditions influence taste.
Tea Tasting 1: Exploring Black Teas from Different Terroirs
Taste and compare black teas from Assam, Darjeeling, Dooars, Nilgiri, Ceylon, Kenya, Nepal, and Thailand.
Day 2
Activity 3: Visit to Raming Tea blending & packaging plant
A guided tour of the plant to observe the tea blending and packaging process.
Lunch at 148 Cafe by Raming - Enjoy indigenous food featuring Northern and Lahu hill tribe style cuisine.
Activity 4: Visit to Cha Siam Black Tea Factory
Learn about the best practices in the black tea production process.
Session 5: Tea Grading & Evaluation
Understand the standard grading for black teas and types of white, green, oolong and post-fermented teas.
Tea Break
Session 5: Tea Grading & Evaluation (Continued)
Dive into the Details of Tea Blending and Packaging
Tea Tasting 2: Evaluating Black Teas of Different Grades
Taste and evaluate various grades of black tea: Orthodox type and CTC type.
Examination and Felicitation.
Dinner in Chiang Mai city.
What is Included
Lunch, snacks and tea break or afternoon tea during the program
Transportation for classes involving trips to tea plantations, and dinner on the days of the field trips to the tea plantations.
Accommodation during the program is an optional choice for participants.* (check Terms & Conditions at the bottom of the page)
Study Materials & International Tea Sommelier (Intermediate) Program Certificate
What is Not Included
Transportation from / to Chiang Mai International airport
Any extra nights of accommodations, meals or drinks
Course Requirements
Eligibility - You must complete the Tea Connoisseur Program in order to be eligible for this program.
Evaluation – Yes
Tasting Session – Yes
Certification - International Tea Sommelier (Intermediate) Program
Validity - No expiration
International Tea Sommelier (Advanced) Program
Day 1
Session 1: Global Tea Market Overview
Gain insights into the global tea market trends and insights.
Session 2: The Influence of Water on Tea
Tea Tasting 1: Experience how Water from Different Sources affect the Quality of the Brewed Teas.
Session 3: Identifying Defects in Teas
Tea Tasting 2: Identification of Defects arising due to Faulty Processing and Improper Storage.
Lunch at Raming Tea House - Enjoy a special lunch prepared with tea leaves in different styles
Session 4: Famous Teas from Different Parts of the World
Tea Tasting 3: Discover the Diverse World of White Teas & Yellow Teas: Unveiling their Appearance, Flavour, Aroma, Texture and their rising Popularity.
Tea Tasting 4: Taste and Explore the Unique Characteristics of renowned Japanese Green Teas, including Pan-fried, Steamed and Shade-grown varieties. Selecting the appropriate Accessories and Methods for Brewing Different Types of Green Tea.
Tea Break
Tea Tasting 5: Taste and Explore the Unique Characteristics of renowned Chinese Green Teas. Selecting the appropriate Accessories and Methods for Brewing Different Types of Green Tea.
Day 2
Session 4 (continued): Famous Teas from Different Parts of the World.
Tea Tasting 6: Taste a variety of Popular Oolong Teas.
Tea Tasting 7: Taste Distinguished Types of Black Teas from China, Taiwan, Korea and Vietnam.
Session 5: Tea & Food Pairing
Learn the guidelines for pairing tea with food and desserts, and how to design a balanced tea menu.
Special Lunch Set with Tea Pairing.
Activity 1: Enjoy a Lunch Designed to Complement and Enhance the Flavours of Various Teas.
Session 4 (continued): Famous Teas from Different Parts of the World.
Tea Tasting 8: Taste Distinguished Varieties of Dark Teas.
Session 5: The World of Tisanes and Herbal Teas.
Tea Tasting 9: Taste Popular Tisanes from across the Globe.
Tea Tasting 10: Taste the most sought-after Herbal Teas from different Countries.
Tea Break
Session 6: Question & Answer, Recap and Examination
Blind Tea Tasting: Evaluating your skills with a blind tasting Session.
Recap the Key Concepts and Clear Your Doubts.
Felicitation & Certification
What is Included
Lunch, snacks and tea break or afternoon tea during the program
Transportation for classes involving trips to tea plantations, and dinner on the days of the field trips to the tea plantations.
Accommodation during the program is an optional choice for participants.* (check Terms & Conditions at the bottom of the page)
Study Materials & International Tea Sommelier (Advanced) Program Certificate
What is Not Included
Transportation from / to Chiang Mai International airport
 Any extra nights of accommodations, meals or drinks
Course Requirements
 Eligibility - You must complete the International Tea Sommelier (Intermediate) Program in order to be eligible for this program.
Evaluation – Yes
 Tasting Session – Yes
 Certification - International Tea Sommelier (Advanced) Program
 Validity - No expiration
Policies
Terms & Conditions*
An additional $ 100 will be added to the course fee if you decide to include accommodation for 2 nights for each level of the Tea Sommelier Program. The accommodation is equivalent to a 3-4 star standard hotel with breakfast, located in a touristic area. It is very close to Asian School of Tea - Thailand, only 5 minutes walking distance.*
If you book 3 courses together (Tea Connoisseur Program + Tea Sommelier Intermediate Program + Tea Sommelier Advanced Program), then we offer a special price of $ 1660 (with accommodation) or $ 1360 (without accommodation).
Confirmation Policy
The participant receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the participant’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email
Alternatively, the participant may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations made at least 15 days before the commencement of the course, 30% of the advance payment shall be deducted, and the balance will be refunded. Alternatively, you may choose to join an alternative batch. The choice of alteration shall be provided only once and as per the proposed course calendar of the school.
For cancellations made less than 15 days and up to 7 days in advance, 60% of the advance payment shall be deducted, and the balance will be refunded.
For cancellations made less than 7 days in advance, No refund will be issued.
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 15-30 business days.