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Houhai Hutong Song Dynasty Tea Competition Half-Day Experience

Song Dynasty Tea Competition Half-Day Experience | Beijing Houhai HutongEscape the busy tourist trails and dive into 1,000 years of Chinese tea heritage inside a quiet, private courtyard in Beijing’s historic Houhai hutong area.Led by a certified English-speaking tea master, this interactive experience takes you far beyond casual tea tasting. You will learn the classic Song Dynasty diancha (whipped tea) technique, compete in a traditional tea contest judged by foam fineness and aroma, and try the delicate art of tea painting on fine tea foam.Every guest takes home a handcrafted zodiac-themed Ru porcelain master cup — a piece of China’s national intangible cultural heritage — as a lasting, usable souvenir of the experience.

$489.00
$489.00

The listed price is valid for a minimum of 2 guests per booking. For solo travelers or custom group sizes, please contact us for a tailored quote.

Elegant tea ceremony setup with Ru porcelain teaware in a private Beijing hutong courtyard
Long wooden tea table set with Ru porcelain cups and tea samples for tea tasting competition
Western guest practicing Song Dynasty diancha whipped tea technique with professional guidance
Group tea tasting session with English-speaking tea master in Beijing hutong tea house
Young guest hand-painting a zodiac Ru porcelain teacup during Chinese tea culture experience
Intimate tea ceremony session with guests seated along the table in a tranquil hutong space
Guests appreciating tea aroma while tea master serves tea during the tea competition
Group photo of guests and team outside Queen's Courtyard tea house in Beijing hutong garden
Elegant tea ceremony setup with Ru porcelain teaware in a private Beijing hutong courtyard
Long wooden tea table set with Ru porcelain cups and tea samples for tea tasting competition
Western guest practicing Song Dynasty diancha whipped tea technique with professional guidance
Group tea tasting session with English-speaking tea master in Beijing hutong tea house
Young guest hand-painting a zodiac Ru porcelain teacup during Chinese tea culture experience
Intimate tea ceremony session with guests seated along the table in a tranquil hutong space
Guests appreciating tea aroma while tea master serves tea during the tea competition
Group photo of guests and team outside Queen's Courtyard tea house in Beijing hutong garden

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Houhai Hutong Song Dynasty Tea Competition Half-Day Experience

Arrive at Queen’s Courtyard. Learn the history of Song Dynasty tea competition and the heritage of Ru porcelain craftsmanship.

Watch a full professional demonstration of Song Dynasty diancha. Practice whisking fine tea foam with personalized guidance from the tea master.

Compete on three classic standards: tea liquor color, foam fineness, and foam adhesion ("bite the cup"). The tea master will score each entry and share professional commentary.

Try Cha Bai Xi — the ancient art of painting delicate patterns on tea foam, a signature elegant pastime of Song Dynasty scholars.

Announce the "Tea Champion" and present the prize. Each guest receives their exclusive zodiac Ru porcelain teacup. Enjoy casual tea time before the experience concludes.

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking tea master for the full experience
  • Full set of authentic Song-style tea brewing tools
  • Premium tea leaves and traditional Chinese pastries
  • 1 zodiac-themed Ru porcelain master cup per guest (to take home)
  • Special Ru porcelain tea pet prize for the "Tea Champion"
  • Exclusive access to the private hutong tea courtyard

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off service
  • Personal expenses and additional tea products / souvenirs
  • Gratuities for the tea master (optional)
  • Custom engraving service for the teacup

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