Gyokuro – Japan’s Shaded Gem

In this celebratory issue, we explore the story of gyokuro, one of the rarest and most sought-after Japanese teas. Learn what makes this shaded green tea so distinctive — from cultivation to cup — and why it remains a benchmark of refinement and flavour.

Water Tasting with a Sommelier

Water isn’t just water. Join Martin Riese, a world-renowned water sommelier, as he breaks down water composition, mineral profiles, and the impact they have on tea flavour. Find out which types of water can enhance or dull your tea, and learn how to select the best for your brew.

Heirloom vs Clonal – Tea Trees That Tell Stories

Go deeper into the roots of your favourite teas with Shunan Teng, as she explains the difference between heirloom and clonal tea trees. Discover how genetics, cultivation, and history shape flavour profiles and cultural continuity in the tea world.

Ocean Races & the Tea Trade

Embark on an adventurous maritime journey tracing the historical race to bring fresh tea across oceans. Learn how these dramatic voyages shaped global tea markets, speed, and freshness — a story of tea as high-stakes cargo.

Aromatic Alchemy – Blending Tea in Lisbon

Uncover the secrets of blending tea with aromatics as we meet a Lisbon-based tea alchemist. Explore how scent, memory, and creativity come together to craft teas that resonate with customers and elevate the everyday cup.

The Global Language of Teaware

Step inside a curated collection of twenty unique teaware pieces, each with its own origin story. From porcelain to clay, discover how materials, shapes, and makers connect tea lovers across continents and centuries.

The Sound of Tea – A 13-Track Soundscape

Tea is not just taste — it’s also sound.
Immerse yourself in a specially curated 13-track soundtrack, with each song inspired by a topic in this issue. Close your eyes, sip slowly, and let tea and sound guide your senses.

More Pages, More Stories

Issue 10 comes expanded — with more pages, more insights, and more stories that celebrate the creativity, craft, and cultural resonance of tea.