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CORE.01 Essentials of Camellia Sinensis

  • Last Updated: 06/2024
  • English

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Your Instructor

Sharyn Johnston

Head of Education

Sharyn Johnston is a highly accomplished and influential figure in the world of tea. With a remarkable corporate career spanning multiple countries, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as the CEO of Australian Tea Masters. Sharyn’s passion for tea led her to establish the company in 2011; it has since become a leading authority in tea training, blending, and education in Australasia.

  • Assignments will be manually graded by Sharyn Johnston with feedback.

What you will learn

  • Name the three factors that make it possible for the one tea plant to produce so many different kinds of tea.
  • Describe the tea plant’s botanical origins and primary commercial varieties.
  • Define variety, cultivar and landraces and the significance of these in tea cultivation.
  • Name and describe the six stages of tea processing.
  • Name the six types of tea.
  • Identify the defining stage of processing for each type of tea.
  • Set up and conduct a professional tea cupping session for the sensory evaluation of teas

Overview

This class introduces Camellia sinensis and the three factors that make it possible for this one plant to be the source of hundreds of kinds of teas. It also explores the botany of the plant, including the history, varieties, cultivars and cellular chemistry. The class continues with the six stages of tea processing and an overview of the six types of tea that come from this single amazing plant. The session concludes in week three with an introduction to professional cupping and the sensory evaluation of tea – a skill you will develop and hone throughout the program.

You will need to order your class kit no later than close of registration:

  • Required class kits are not included in your purchase for your course
  • Class kits need to be ordered from Elmwood Inn Fine Teas
  • Go to Elmwood Inn’s World Tea Academy page to purchase kit* (You need to order your kit no later than one week before your class starts to ensure that you receive it in time.)

Please Note: International students that plan on taking more than one course with World Tea Academy will save money on the shipping costs of their class kits if they order multiple kits at a time.

Students will need to supply the following additional materials BEFORE the class starts. These are not included in the class kit:

  • An instant read thermometer
  • A digital gram scale
  • A timer

Course Length:

3 weeks (plus one week grace period to submit assignments and complete any tests.)

Who Should Take This? Everyone interested in tea should take this introductory course. This course is designed for tea professionals working at all levels of the industry who wish to further their knowledge of tea, their career goals or increase sales of tea. It is ideal for tea professionals and enthusiasts who wish to learn about the basics of tea education, starting with in-depth understanding of the tea plant and the stages of processing. Anyone taking this course will gain a basic understanding of the six types of tea, their manufacturing processes and basic cupping skills, including how to use the 3 piece professional cupping set. World Tea Academy Certified Tea Specialist Candidates: Successful completion of this class counts towards certification for WTA Certified Tea Specialist. CORE.01 is the suggested prerequisite for CORE.02 through CORE.06 classes. Disclaimer: Elmwood Inn Fine Teas is not part of World Tea Academy/Questex LLC nor is it affiliated with World Tea Academy/Questex LLC. World Tea Academy/Questex LLC has partnered with Elmwood Inn Fine Teas only to provide the class kits for our courses.

Course Content

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Week 1: Camellia sinensis: One plant produces six types and hundreds of kinds of tea.

Week 2: The Second Factor and the Six Types of Tea
Week 3: Introduction to Sensory Evaluation and Professional Tea Cupping

Description

This class introduces Camellia sinensis and the three factors that make it possible for this one plant to be the source of hundreds of kinds of teas. It also explores the botany of the plant, including the history, varieties, cultivars and cellular chemistry. The class continues with the six stages of tea processing and an overview of the six types of tea that come from this single amazing plant. The session concludes in week three with an introduction to professional cupping and the sensory evaluation of tea – a skill you will develop and hone throughout the program.

You will need to order your class kit no later than close of registration:

  • Required class kits are not included in your purchase for your course
  • Class kits need to be ordered from Elmwood Inn Fine Teas
  • Go to Elmwood Inn’s World Tea Academy page to purchase kit* (You need to order your kit no later than one week before your class starts to ensure that you receive it in time.)

Please Note: International students that plan on taking more than one course with World Tea Academy will save money on the shipping costs of their class kits if they order multiple kits at a time.

Students will need to supply the following additional materials BEFORE the class starts. These are not included in the class kit:

  • An instant read thermometer
  • A digital gram scale
  • A timer

Course Length:

3 weeks (plus one week grace period to submit assignments and complete any tests.)

Who Should Take This?

Everyone interested in tea should take this introductory course. This course is designed for tea professionals working at all levels of the industry who wish to further their knowledge of tea, their career goals or increase sales of tea. It is ideal for tea professionals and enthusiasts who wish to learn about the basics of tea education, starting with in-depth understanding of the tea plant and the stages of processing. Anyone taking this course will gain a basic understanding of the six types of tea, their manufacturing processes and basic cupping skills, including how to use the 3 piece professional cupping set.

World Tea Academy Certified Tea Specialist Candidates:
Successful completion of this class counts towards certification for WTA Certified Tea Specialist. CORE.01 is the suggested prerequisite for CORE.02 through CORE.06 classes.

Disclaimer: Elmwood Inn Fine Teas is not part of World Tea Academy/Questex LLC nor is it affiliated with World Tea Academy/Questex LLC. World Tea Academy/Questex LLC has partnered with Elmwood Inn Fine Teas only to provide the class kits for our courses.

$285.00 USD

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+
  • Full Lifetime Access
  • Custom Certificate

For Business or Corporate

Join Corporate Pass and give your employees access to Essentials of Tea: Foundation Course

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Yu

I learned about species of teas all over the world and types of differences tea

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auddrey

liked base course but would have preferred set times, classes and interaction. Very eye opening and appreciative.

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Anna

I liked the feedback from Lisa (very informative beyond the class) and also the organized structure of the materials.

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Wendy

I prefer interaction with real people and would love to have the option for some live Q&A and discussion. Otherwise, the information was great, well-presented, and the instructor feedback was helpful.

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Michelle

Great class. I learned a lot! Looking forward to applying what I learned to the daily tea business.

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