Tea Blending Workshop: Fall Edition
Instructor: Lori Whitmore
Saturday, November 21
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Celebrate the flavors of fall with an afternoon of tea, creativity, and connection!
Join Savory Blends Tea Co. for a hands-on tea blending workshop where you'll discover the art of crafting your own signature loose-leaf tea. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or simply looking for a unique way to welcome the season, this experience is designed to be both fun and relaxing. During the workshop, you'll: Sample a selection of premium loose-leaf teas while learning to identify flavors, aromas, and wellness benefits. Explore a variety of herbs, spices, flowers, and botanicals commonly used in tea blending. Put your senses to the test with an interactive tea-themed game. Create, name, and package your own custom fall-inspired tea blend to take home. Receive steeping tips and inspiration to continue your tea journey at home. No experience is necessary-just bring your curiosity and enjoy a cozy afternoon celebrating the flavors and aromas of the season. Your registration includes all blending materials, tea tastings/light bites, and your 3 oz handcrafted custom blend to take home. Whether you're coming with friends, planning a unique date, or treating yourself to a little fall self-care, you'll leave with a custom tea blend, new knowledge, and a memorable experience you'll want to share.
FOR AGES 18+
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Lori, “The Tea Lady” Founder & Master Tea Blender, Savory Blends Tea Co. Based in Richmond, VA, Lori is a lifelong tea enthusiast turned entrepreneur, world traveler, and passionate tea educator. Her journey with tea began as a personal obsession—curating unique blends from her travels and exploring the medicinal power of herbs. Today, that passion has blossomed into Savory Blends Tea Co., a handcrafted loose-leaf tea brand rooted in wellness, culture, and creativity. Inspired by an article in Essence magazine about entrepreneurship, Lori felt a spark—one that led her to turn her deep love of tea into a purpose-driven business. Her mission is simple but powerful: to turn tea skeptics into believers, one flavorful steep at a time. Lori specializes in custom wellness blends and loves sharing the healing power of tea through workshops, themed tea parties, community events, and tea catering experiences. Her work has been featured in The Richmond Times-Dispatch, YurView 757, Style Weekly, and she's proud to be a 2024 Comcast RISE Award recipient.