Classes
Classes
At The North Branch Café, we are proud to offer a range of classes designed for beginner tea-lovers, and those who like to get to the finer details. Join us to discover, learn, and enhance your skills in a community-focused space for the wonderful world of tea! Starts Saturdays in November (with a break for Thanksgiving week) at 11am. Attend all 5 courses and receive a 10% discount! Students of these classes will also receive a 10% discount on all tea purchased the day of the class.
Check back for more offerings as they become available.
SENCHA
Sencha is a green tea harvested in Japan and processed using a method unique to Japan. There are many cultivars (Varieties) of Sencha that are grown in various areas of Japan, and it represents about 80% of tea production there! It produces a cup of tea that is fresh with a grassy flavor ranging from slightly sweet to savory. It is high in antioxidants and a very healthy beverage.
The North Branch has been offering this exclusive Sencha class for about 6 years. We feature 8-10 cultivars for tasting and it is always on a Sunday as we use the whole front of the cafe for the class. Our distributor, out of Seattle, has noted that there is no place else that offers this broad variety for a tasting class, or such an enthusiastic customer base!
This class will be on February 23, from 11:30am-1:30pm.
Register for this class here! Spaces are limited, secure your spot now!
Tea 101:
Types, Health, & Brewing Basics
Your introduction to tea! – Learn about the 5 major types of tea and their health benefits. Discover the wonders of the Camellia Sinesis plant and the trick to the perfect cup of tea.
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Tea around the world:
Black Tea, Oxidation, & Terroir
More than breakfast teas… – While likely familiar, black tea has one of the most broad ranges in the tea world. From how this tea is grown and harvested to the flavors produced, there is so much to learn!
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the tea between:
The Oolong Spectrum & Tea Storage
The Black Dragon – The most challenging tea to make, Oolongs make a great introduction to the world of tea. Plus, understand how tea is best stored!
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tea at its simplest:
Green Tea & Brewing Vessels
The most delicate… – Explore the cultural presentations and varieties of green tea, as well as your tools for a perfectly steeped cup.
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A wider world
of tea:
White, Dark, and More Tea Goodness
The rare and lesser-known… – What makes white teas, dark teas, and others so different? Explore the wider tea world with this class and find a new favorite!
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