The Tea Sommelier

A tea sommelier is an expert in the art of tasting, selecting, and pairing teas, much like a wine sommelier does with wine. They understand different tea varieties, regions, processing methods, and brewing techniques to highlight each tea’s unique flavors and aromas. Their goal is to enhance the tea drinking experience by offering personalized recommendations and education. Skilled in understanding how factors like leaf quality, preparation, and food pairings influence flavor, tea sommeliers work in specialty tea shops, restaurants, and hotels to help customers explore and appreciate the diverse world of high-quality teas.