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Yes! We host private tea experiences, workshops, and tastings for individuals, small groups, and organizations. Whether you’re planning a social gathering, team-building session, or themed workshop, we’ll craft an experience to match your goals.
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Typically, yes. Our private sessions include premium, ethically sourced teas. We curate each tasting based on your chosen theme or focus, so your group can explore a diverse selection of high-quality teas without needing to bring anything.
We’re also open to BYOT (Bring Your Own Tea) events! These sessions are a fun way to engage your senses and learn using teas you already have or that are easy to obtain. -
We partner with ethical and sustainable tea brands that align with our values. Each tea is carefully selected to highlight its origin story, craftsmanship, and the people behind it.
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We provide mobile experiential tea services throughout the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia (DMV) area. We’re happy to come to your office, community space, or venue. All materials, tools, and step-by-step guidance included.
Virtual workshops are also available for groups outside the region. These are typically BYOT (Bring Your Own Tea) events, where participants can sip their favorite teas during a guided tasting and discussion.
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It’s simple:
Reach out using our Tea Experience Request form.
Share your details: preferred date and time, number of guests, location, and theme or focus.
We’ll send a custom proposal outlining your options, pricing, and event details.
Once confirmed, we’ll handle the logistics and bring the UppiTea Experience to life.
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To secure your event date, a 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance will be invoiced on the event date and is due within 15 days. Payment options include credit or debit card, bank transfer, Venmo, and PayPal.
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Cancellations require at least 14 days’ notice for deposits to be refundable. Deposits are non-refundable if cancellations are made within 14 days of the event.
If you need to reschedule, we’ll do our best to accommodate your new date depending on availability.
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While each tea experience is slightly different, you can generally expect it to include:
A guided tasting or workshop led by a certified Tea Sommelier
An informational handout
A curated selection of premium teas
Tea preparation materials (teaware, utensils, and setup as needed)
A conversation about tea history, culture, and tasting techniques
Optional add-ons include specialty teas and take-home tea kits.
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Definitely! Every UppiTea Experience can be tailored to your theme or audience, including beginner-friendly introductions (“Tea 101”) and cultural deep dives across tea types.
We can also create seasonal tastings, such as cold brew teas in summer or comforting and warming teas for autumn. We’ll collaborate with you to design a memorable experience.
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Yes. We love bringing teams and remote groups together through tea! Our virtual workshops are typically BYOT (Bring Your Own Tea) tasting sessions conducted via video conference.
We also offer corporate packages designed for employee wellness and client appreciation events.