90-Minute Chinese Tea Tasting Experience in Shanghai
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
• Taste a seasonal house tea plus five Chinese tea profiles in one 90-minute session
• Learn from an English-speaking tea host in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting
• Compare Longjing, Smoked Souchong, Tie Guan Yin, Rock Tea, and White Peony
• Explore aroma, brewing, region, craft, texture, and aftertaste without needing prior tea knowledge
• Enjoy traditional Chinese cha dian / light tea snacks with the tasting
• Small group format with a maximum of 4 guests per session
• Hosted in nimThé's current popup space
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
What To Expect
Discover Chinese tea through a 90-minute guided tasting in Shanghai. Hosted in nimThé's current popup tea space while the permanent store is under renovation, this beginner-friendly experience introduces a seasonal house tea and five Chinese tea profiles: Longjing green tea, Smoked Souchong black tea, Tie Guan Yin oolong, Rock Tea oolong, and White Peony white tea. Your English-speaking tea host will guide you through aroma, flavor, brewing style, texture, and cultural context in a relaxed small-group setting. Traditional Chinese cha dian / light tea snacks are included. This is not a tea ceremony show, bubble tea, milk tea, or a regular beverage shop visit. It is a modern Chinese tea tasting experience designed for travelers who want a clear, sensory, and approachable introduction to Chinese tea.
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90-Minute Chinese Tea Tasting Experience in Shanghai
What‘s Included
Seasonal house tea opener. Five Chinese tea profiles from the current Chinese Tea Experience Set
English Menu
Traditional Chinese cha dian / light tea snacks
Private transportation
No hotel pickup/drop-off. No transportation included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I booked this kind of...
Juliana T,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked this kind of last minute and didn’t really know what to expect, but I ended up enjoying it a lot. The teas were all quite different, and it was interesting to actually slow down and notice the smell, taste, and feeling of each one. It made me realize tea can be much more layered than I thought.
This was such a nice...
Katheryn L,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a nice break from walking around Shanghai all day. I didn’t know much about Chinese tea before, so I was a bit worried I wouldn’t “get it,” but the host made everything very easy to follow. It was calm, beautiful, and honestly just a lovely way to slow down for a while.
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Maria G,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I first heard about this tea experience from a Shanghai travel vlog and decided to try it during my own trip. I am glad I did. It felt much more personal than a typical tourist activity, and the host explained the teas in a way that was warm and easy to understand. The popup venue had a modern, private atmosphere with beautiful tea elements. It was a great way to slow down and experience a different side of Shanghai.
I really enjoyed this tea...
Aeyoung P,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I really enjoyed this tea tasting experience. The host made everything easy to follow and created a relaxed atmosphere from the beginning. I liked comparing the different teas side by side and noticing how much the taste changed with each round. The private popup space was stylish but not showy, and it felt like a peaceful break from the busy city. I would recommend it to travelers who want something cultural, quiet, and a little different.
This was one of the most...
Joseph P,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the most memorable things I did in Shanghai. The experience felt calm, personal, and very well guided, especially if you are curious about Chinese tea but do not know where to start. The popup venue was quiet and private, with a modern style and subtle tea details that made the whole session feel special. I liked how each tea was explained through aroma, flavor, and feeling, not just facts.
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