Choose Your Path to Tea Discovery
Three distinct approaches to deepening your understanding of tea through geographic exploration
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Each of our programs applies the Terroir Method to different learning contexts. Whether you're seeking ongoing exploration through monthly discoveries, focused skill development through guided comparison, or professional sourcing support for your business, we've designed options to match your needs.
All programs include comprehensive geographic education, authentic origin-verified teas, and support for developing lasting understanding of terroir principles.
Origin Explorer Subscription
Journey to a different tea-growing region each month with curated selections and comprehensive terroir education. Build geographic literacy while expanding your tea collection with authentic, origin-verified teas from around the world.
What's Included:
- 2-3 carefully selected teas from the featured origin each month
- Detailed maps showing topography, elevation, and regional context
- Climate data including temperature ranges, rainfall, and seasonal patterns
- Processing tradition explanations specific to the region
- Brewing guidance optimized for each tea's characteristics
- Flexible subscription - pause or adjust at any time
Best For:
Tea enthusiasts who want structured, ongoing exploration of different origins. Ideal for building comprehensive geographic knowledge over time while accumulating a diverse tea collection.
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Comparative Terroir Tasting
Develop your palate through guided exploration of how geography shapes tea character. This focused session uses side-by-side comparison to build vocabulary and recognition skills for identifying terroir markers across different locations.
Session Experience:
- Guided tasting of the same tea type from different geographic locations
- Expert facilitation teaching you to identify altitude, climate, and processing differences
- Vocabulary development for precise description of terroir characteristics
- Reference materials including maps and climate comparisons
- Tasting notes template for continued independent practice
- 2-hour focused session with small group size for personalized attention
Best For:
Learners seeking concentrated skill development in a single session. Perfect for those who want to accelerate their ability to identify terroir characteristics through expert-guided comparison.
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Sourcing Expedition Partnership
For tea businesses seeking to develop or expand direct origin relationships. We provide introduction to vetted suppliers, quality assessment guidance, and logistics support for building sustainable supply chains that benefit both buyer and producer.
Partnership Services:
- Introductions to vetted suppliers in your target regions
- Quality assessment protocols for evaluating samples and maintaining standards
- Import logistics guidance including documentation and customs requirements
- Cultural context and communication support for building sustainable relationships
- Ongoing harvest updates and seasonal production information
- Alternative sourcing support when weather or conditions affect primary suppliers
Best For:
Tea businesses, cafes, or retailers who want to move beyond commodity suppliers and develop direct relationships that ensure quality, support producers fairly, and provide supply chain transparency.
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| Feature | Origin Explorer | Terroir Tasting | Sourcing Partnership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Investment | $52 USD | $75 USD (one-time) | $480 USD |
| Time Commitment | Flexible, ongoing | 2-hour session | Ongoing partnership |
| Geographic Coverage | One region per month | Comparative regions | Target regions of choice |
| Learning Focus | Broad exploration | Skill development | Business relationships |
| Best For | Individual enthusiasts | Focused learners | Tea businesses |
Not Sure Which Option Fits?
Each program offers a different entry point to geographic tea education. Your choice depends on your current situation, goals, and learning preferences. Here are some questions to consider:
Are you exploring tea individually for personal enjoyment, or do you need professional sourcing support for a business?
Do you prefer ongoing learning spread over time, or focused skill development in a concentrated session?
Is your goal broad geographic literacy across many origins, or deep comparative understanding of how place influences character?
Are you building a personal collection and knowledge base, or establishing supply relationships for resale or service?
We're happy to discuss which option might work best for your situation. There's no pressure to decide immediately.
Talk With Us About Your GoalsReady to Begin Your Geographic Tea Journey?
Whether you choose monthly exploration, focused tasting, or business partnership, you'll gain lasting understanding of how place shapes the tea in your cup.
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