February 1 @ 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm
Speaker: Philip Rushworth
Speech Topic: What you need to know before you visit China’s tea Gardens
You love tea, you’ve heard of the tea regions all over China, you’ve seen the pictures, and you’ve tasted the tea. Maybe you’re feeling ready to head into the field, or maybe you’re wondering if you are ready. In this talk, we will share with you some of the most valuable things we have learned about tea travel in China including a few tidbits that you might not have considered. We hope to make your first China Tea Trip as smooth as butter!
– Why visit tea regions? Clear mindset, clear goal, smoother trip
– “I’m aware that China is very different compared to Canada.” “Different” might be an understatement.
– The magic behind the scene. Maximize your tea learning through tasting.
Phil Rushworth became a Chinese Tea professional after being happily thrust into the tea business in 2014 when he and his wife, Zhen, create ZhenTea. Starting with zero knowledge about tea, Phil is being rapidly educated by Zhen and her mother Jianli who is the author of 6 books on Chinese tea and has over 2 decades working with tasting grade, fine Chinese tea. Phil has met with expert producers and farmers all over China and combines his ‘behind the scenes’ access with his western perspective to share what can seem like arcane knowledge in a way that is down to earth, relatable and possibly even fun.