Introduction to Taiwanese Tea Culture 茶話台灣

Embark on a captivating journey through the history and terroir of Taiwanese tea. In this 90-minute immersive workshop, we invite you to explore the evolution of Taiwan’s tea industry—from the island’s early cultivation roots to its emergence as a global leader in premium Oolong production.

We will transport you to Taiwan’s famous high-altitude tea regions, including the legendary peaks of Alishan and Lishan. You will discover how the unique combination of high elevation, dramatic temperature shifts, and rich soil creates the distinct, world-class flavor profiles of our high-mountain teas.

Throughout this session, you will learn the art of tea appreciation, starting with the sensory evaluation of premium leaves. We will guide you through traditional brewing techniques, allowing you to master the balance of aroma and taste. Whether you are intrigued by the delicate floral notes of high-mountain Jinxuan, this workshop offers a serene, sensory-rich experience. Join us to sip, savor, and connect with the heart of Taiwanese heritage, one steep at a time.

來一趟台灣茶的感官之旅吧！在這 90 分鐘的沉浸式體驗中，我們將帶你探索台灣茶葉的演變：從早期的種植歷史，到如今成為全球頂級烏龍茶的代表。

與我們一同「走進」台灣著名的高山茶區，包含阿里山與梨山等山脈。你會發現：高海拔環境、劇烈的晝夜溫差與肥沃土壤，是如何巧手交織出高山茶獨一無二的世界級風味。

在這場工作坊中，你會學會如何鑑賞頂級茶乾與茶湯、親手掌握沖泡技巧以尋得香氣與口感的完美平衡，並深度感受高山金萱茶獨特的細緻花香與奶香韻味。

無論你是茶藝新手還是熱愛品茗的愛茶人，這都是一場豐富的感官饗宴。誠摯邀請你來和我們一起細品慢啜，在一壺壺茶香中，感受台灣文化最深刻的心靈連結。

This program is part of TAIWANfest

 

About the Artist

Originally from Taiwan, Walter has long been a dedicated researcher of high-mountain Oolong tea. After immigrating to Vancouver, he found it challenging to source authentic, high-quality Taiwanese tea and suitable teaware, which inspired him to establish his own shop in Richmond.

For over a decade, Walter has been committed to bringing the true taste of Taiwan to his community. He travels extensively across Taiwan’s renowned high-mountain tea regions, developing a profound understanding of how altitude, seasonality, and climate shape the unique character of every harvest. Beyond tea leaves, Walter is also a connoisseur of Taiwanese ceramics, possessing deep knowledge of various traditional and contemporary pottery techniques.

With a passion for sharing his expertise, Walter makes the sophisticated worlds of high-mountain Oolong and ceramic arts accessible to everyone. He believes that tea is more than a drink—it is a cultural experience meant to be shared in a relaxed and joyful way. 

盧水車（Walter Lu） 來自台灣，長期致力於高山烏龍茶的深度研究。移民至溫哥華後，他發現當地難以找到正宗、優質的台灣茶與相配的茶具，這份遺憾成為了他在 Richmond 創立茶店的契機。

十多年來，盧水車始終堅持將最純粹的台灣茶香帶給在地社群。他親身踏遍台灣各大知名高山茶區，對於海拔高度、季節更迭與氣候如何塑造每一次採收的獨特風味，有著極為深刻的理解。除了茶葉，他同樣熱愛台灣陶瓷藝術，對各種傳統與現代陶藝工法皆有深厚的研究與獨到見解。

懷抱著分享的熱情，盧水車致力於將高山烏龍與陶瓷藝術的深奧世界，轉化為大眾都能輕鬆領略的日常美學。他相信，茶不僅僅是一杯飲品，更是一種文化體驗：應該在輕鬆與愉悅的氛圍中，與身邊的人一同細細分享。