Gongfu Tea 101: Teaism Ep. 1
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มิ.ย. 2024
- Ahhh, so excited to announce the Teaism series!! I wanted to offer more of a deep-dive on tea that you can’t get in a TikTok.
In this first episode, we’ll chat about the gaiwan, stone tables, tea pets, cleaning your tea set, and getting the most out of your tea leaves.
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CONTENTS:
0:00 What is Teaism?
0:59 Getting Started with Gongfu Tea
2:40 Gai-What???
4:11 Preparing the Set
4:51 Prepping the Leaves
5:59 Dat Fragrance Tho
7:31 TEA PETS???
8:47 Back to the Wash
9:24 That Fragrance Again Tho
9:47 Making the Tea
10:37 Your Secret Weapon
12:33 Let's Drink the Tea Already!
14:14 Cleaning Up
A Chinese girl living in Houston, seeing a white guy making tea is such an experience, you made me start to grow interest in our own tea ritual which I grew up with. I have to say, even the way you talk and make tea is such a Chinese dad thing.
I am from Guangdong province, since I was a baby, I saw my parents and my families sat in front of tea sets while watching TV, they could make and drink tea all day long. All our social gatherings happen around the tea table. My dad is so obsessed with tea that we renovated a whole room as a tea studio which became his man cave. He smokes cigarettes and drink tea and be on his phone every day in the tea studio. I never really cared about it growing up, I am more of a coffee drinker now, I buy fresh beans and grind my coffee beans. Now I would like to learn more about tea because I think my dad will be really happy about it, snd I can make more connection with him as he can teach me what tea to buy and how to brew it.
Did you get to connect with your dad?
“You are a guest at your own tea session” is the self-care advice I didn’t realize I needed today ❤️
Just checking in 😊
Thanks to you I got into gongfu brewing, I'm really happy to see more longform content on your channel :D
"tea pets are like enjoying life, its optional"
I JUST ABOUT CHOCKED
Choked*
love tea pets!
Thank you for promoting gongfu tea to people outside China. Watching your video reminded me of my late grandfather’s daily tea practice; his tea table was a literal coffee table-size contraption with built-in heating element and a miniature mountain as a water feature/drainage. It was very spectacular when operated. His tea equipment was simpler though, usually just a kettle, a lidded cup and a set of four tiny serving cups, which were about half the size as yours. Tea was pour directly into the tiny serving cups after brewing. This is a common gongfu tea setup for the Min-speaking people in the region on the southeast coast, where many modern gongfu tea-making etiquette was originated. I have only seen pitcher being used when the tea was to be cooled to serve to children. Yes, everybody, even young children drinks tea on a daily basis there. When you visit ANY shop on the main street, not just the tea merchants, the shopkeepers always have a tea set spread out, ready to entertain. They would readily invite customers for a quick tea shot and some casual bonding. It’s a very fond childhood nostalgia of mine. Thank you again!
Fantastic memories!! I love Fujian and the min people and how tea is just a part of life. Sometimes people on the western internet are like, this tea guy is so pretentious, and I’m like no no It’s just part of life for so many people
And this is how they do it
People are quick to judge, but yea tea is a way of life, especially for the many, many people influenced by Chinese tea culture. Which includes most of Southeast Asia, India, China, Japan, and Korea…. Lol
Thanks for sharing your life with us grateful for the time✌🏼💗🙇🏼♀️
"It's the whole internet, they want to hear about the tea pets now." LOL. Absolutely. And please do that video on what to look for in loose leaf tea, too! Thanks, Jesse.
I won’t lie…I was already hooked on tea but wanting to know what tea pets were for is what renewed my tea hyperfocus. 😆
The tea pets have sold me on this style of tea sessions 😅❤
@@madamsloth Everyone loves the tea pets
I never really understood the appeal of tea (as an American, coffee is the dominant drink) until one day….i was looking through a tea box at my parents house, found a lapsang souchong bag that I brewed. MAN my eyes were opened…it hits all the same spots for me as a complex, smoky and aged scotch or whiskey. I’m only just getting started, but it’s such a nice thing to enjoy when I get home from work. That was just a basic teabag, but I can only imagine how a proper tea service of that would taste
My sister literally called a tea narcissist.. I said "I think you mean snob!" She started laughing... She's not a tea person... I just enjoy this!!
I'd be really interested to see a deep dive series on the different types of tea and how they are processed and how they vary in flavor profile from one another. I know you've done some shorts on the subject, but a long-form version would be really cool!
this is exactly what I was looking for! educational but not overwhelming.
edit: Woo! my sampler pack just arrived!
Enjoy!! let me know how you like the teas ❤
oh, wow, opened the green tea first. I knew it would be good and different, but I didn't think it would be this much better than what we get here in Canada@@jessesteahouse
Agreed
I got a set from your website this week, and my Fiancée and I are hooked. We both work two jobs at the moment and it has quickly become one of the only (and best) ways to spend quality time together and de-stress!
Nothing quite like good company and good tea! Thanks for all you do!
So glad to hear it!! Good tea with good people is the best way to spend free time 😊😊😊
Really looking forward to this series. I'm new to tea and no doubt this will be extremely helpful.
Hey Jesse, I want to thank you for introducing me to gongfu tea. You helped kinda demystify the idea I had in my head of Chinese tea preparation as an almost religious ceremony and understand that actually, it is something I can do in my home that is thousands of km away from China with some of the teas I can get my hands on here. It's not overly complicated, pointless and something that you need to learn for decades to do "right": there's degrees and it's possible to adapt to my own specific circumstances.
And I know it might sound crazy, but when I prepare tea the Gongfu way, it truly tastes better to me, and because of the multiple steeps, I get all the flavor I can get from it before I throw it away, so it even saves me some money - helpful when you have a relatively expensive hobby like that.
I mostly have tea for myself, but when I have people over it is fun and relaxing to be the host and prepare the tea, make sure it's steeping the right amount of time and then pouring it in the pitcher while all they have to do is sit around, chat and drink. It's the kind of structure that makes it much easier for me to actually stay in a social situation, because I don't have to constantly think of what to do and say to avoid awkward silences, but I get to enjoy the conversation while adding to it.
LONGFORM JESSE CONTENT YES THIS IS LEGIT
"let me know if you want a video about-" yes. I want all the videos. As many as you want to make lol
Also "you're a guest at your own tea too" is so wise and sage. 🤔
Agreed
Not a tea master, nor an apprentice. Simply a tea guy.
This is what internet is for you know! Sharing your hobbies and desires in life. After watching your yt shorts a couple of times and then THIS video really made me interested in tea more than coffee
"as Confucius said no bueno" lmao love this guy hoping to see you do comedy in the future
Drinking tea and having conversations are fun & relaxing.
Very excited to see some long form content from you. It’s nice to hear how you think about things when you actually time to explore the ideas you’re talking about.
I have to say... I lived in china for about a year as part of my Mandarin studies, and one of the things I learned, and was so grateful to acquire, was the ability to create and present Gongfu tea. My host mother was a teacher of tea houses and had been for 13 years at the point that I had stayed with her. I am more than forever grateful for her showing me this process and being able to share it with my family.
I actually have a question! How do you even...like, travel with schooling and if there are any good sites to look at? The reason I ask is because I haven't had much luck online getting those answers lol (sorry if this is weird, I'd just love to travel somewhere to learn the language and etc)
Oh man this is what we've been waiting for. Hell yes man greatest tea monger out there cheers Jesse
This Content & Series on Preparation is much needed fir Tea Novice! Your knowledge and explanation is much appreciated!! Please continue on educating tea beginners !!
Thank you for explaining steaping tea and the importance of washing the tea leaves. I watched a bunch of other videos and was like, why are you wating so much tea.
Excited for this series!
Tea Time my guy!!
Just wanted you to know that I subscribed because of the dolphin joke… not because it was necessarily funny, which it was, but I realized you are my people haha
I mean those dolphins know how to live am I rite
I want you to know how much we “Americans” appreciate these videos. No one else has really gotten into the cultural values of tea and tea brewing . It’s mind blowing to see how far and wide tea leaves can come from, thank you
Please show us what you look for when you're looking at tea leaves!! I have some teas that I'm a bit weary about. Has anyone else ever gotten hair in their tea cake? 😅😅
For most people we just look at the basic stuff. There should be no debris, the leaves should be consistent in size and shape, and no sign of damage or discolouration. For very serious connoisseurs they know the tea cakes from each brand and era, and will be able to tell the storage condition and whether the label is faked.
Usually reliable sellers and reputable companies are the most important. I get my tea from Yunnan Sourcing for example, and I never have to worry about quality per se, however in your case it depends on a few factors assuming you have ruled that issue out. Tiny hairs on the tea itself uniformly may be completely normal (like some white and green teas in cake form). If you're talking human or animal hair, I would be weary of the product itself.
A non-curly tiny straight thing might be plant matter to be honest
Super informative! Thank you!
Thank you! Was looking for a lesson on using the tea tray. Would love a longer video on how to buy tea and what to look for.
I love the interweaving of comedy into these videos, the vibe of this channel keeps me coming back for more content
Incredible video, tea is very similar to wine as it needs the right mood, tools and settlement to be fully enjoyed. Thank you so much from France !
What a great video. I put this on so I could take a nap with some background noise on and ended up enthralled by the process lol. I’ll be stopping by your shop!
I am so glad your channel found me! So in love with your energy and information you bring. I am getting that starter set and enjoying life a little bit more 💜💜💜
Just enjoyed a tea session with my parents. I used the 7 year aged Fuding white tea chocolate bar.
I can tell I am going to love this series! I was hoping the podcast would be more like this, but now knowing there's more long form content for tea-specific stuff then the podcast being the way it is makes way more sense to me. So keep it up!
i’ve been meaning to get into chinese tea culture, thanks for the the video!
This was borderline perfect. Not leaving any little element up for misinterpretation is an absolute godsend from a TH-cam creator. This channel is interesting and informative without being overdramatic, and I can't tell you how nice that is. Looking forward to more in this series!
This is just the vid I needed! After seeing tons of your tiktoks/shorts, I was so curious about many aspects of gongfu, great video Jesse!
Man, Im reallllly excited to get my subscription box and tea tray now. I've been a big fan of basic oolongs I can find in random tea shops for a while, but this channel has really helped me take the next big step to upgrading my tea drinking experience. Thanks for the extremely affordable and quality stuff.
This video is just perfect timing. A couple weeks ago I decide to get back to drinking tea and visited my tea spots website and found an oolong I was interested in. I see it had 2 recommended steeping times and one is for gongfu method and I got curious about what its is. A couple days ago I decide to add a set to my jobs secret santa wish list and I'm hoping whoever gets me for secret santa gets me that set. And now you upload a guide on how to do gongfu everything just lined up pretty well!
Great video! Watched your shorts but this one was needed ! Thank you 🎉❤
Always love watching your channel Jesse. Especially when I’m stressed and need to relax. I have an exam tomorrow, and finished studying for the day. Cheers mate. 🎉❤
Seek that leaf boi
Yay! I can't wait for the next episodes! ❤️ 🍵
You're incredible Jesse! What a cool series, I'll be sure to stay tuned. I found your content about a year ago, when I had Covid for the second time... When you're bedridden and suffering, there's something very soothing and comforting about the whole topic of tea, I think.
I've been drinking tea in this manner exclusively for the past four years or so. It's great to see your making longer form content like this and spreading awareness about this wonderful tea culture!
This is the perfect guide! I'm new to this channel and as an American from a tiny rural town, I'm so used to being alone in my enjoyment of Chinese tea. I'm so delighted to find such an amazing online community!!! I can't wait to dive right in. This is the first video I've seen that properly explains the gaiwan and the quicker method of steeping. Thank you!
You teased that one video about telling the quality of leaves, and I want to let you know that I'd kill to see it! I *think* I know how to tell a good leaf, but I'm largely self-taught, so you may prove me wrong. . .
Really glad I found your channel, originally was just interested in tea as a way to cut back on caffeine as a coffee drinker, but you've given me appreciation for the whole ritual. I think this can really help someone slow down and live more mindfully.
We seek different leaves, Jesse, but we do have a similar fondness for trays and fun shaped glass and ceramics
Absolutely LOVED this video! Very informative! You've really made me a tea fan in less than a day or so watching your Shorts! I also loved your jokes and insertion of comedy into the video. I'll be treating myself to a starter set for the holidays! Thanks Jesse! Can't wait for the next episode
So glad to hear it!! Thanks for following and let me know if you need any recommendations on which set you want
Very cool. Thank you for sharing all of this!
You are correct, something about tea has reached me. Thank you for sharing something you care about
My brother got me a starter set from you and it has been AMAZING! I have used it almost every day and I even bring it to work and have session with my coworkers! Can’t wait to learn more and experience the wonders of tea!
What perfect timing, i was looking for an all-in-one explanation, and this one was posted an hour before I looked for it
I was super into tea in my teens, but your content has inspired me to get back into it! I plan on get a full little setup with a table, a porcelain set, and tea pets. It sounds like such a pleasant and relaxing way to enjoy tea.
I'm quite happy you did a video like this. I myself just got some tea stuff this week and have been enjoying it with my family
Thank you! My mom got me a tea set for Christmas last year and I just came across your content a few months back and it’s made me want to try my hand at some brewing
YO! i found you on ticktock a few years ago. deleted ticktock because its cancer and your channel was one i missed the most. so excited to see you on youtube!
Oh my god this is great! An amazing series to pair with So-Han’s Gongfu TeaCha.
Heck yes!! Im super excited for this series!
Thank you for the video! I love long form, your channel, and tea- so this is just what I needed to celebrate final exams being over! Merry Christmas, Jesse 🎄🍵
I've been wanting to try tea for the longest time (trying to find better things to drink than soda) but the only tea I've known about until recently was the tea bag tea and now that I've discovered you and your content Jesse it's given me the inspiration to go for it and try actual good tea. I'm looking forward to when my order arrives from your shop.
Love this sorta thing, Jesse - looking forward to more of these longer form videos, they're actually quite soothing to watch 😊
Maybe one for much later in the series, but do you have food/snacks/anything alongside the gongfu tea ceremony?
I just got my starter kit and sampler pack plus bunny and deer tea pet today. I can't wait to share this with my wife. It's a Valentine's Dat gift for both of us! Thank you for making tea culture more accessible to beginners!
Your content introduced me to gongfu style tea making, and honestly it’s been such a blast. It’s helped me to replace alcohol in several places in my life, and I’ve enjoyed getting to experiment with different tea styles I didn’t even know existed! I’m trying to learn more about different types of oolong, and I’ve just recently gotten my hands on my first round of some decent pu’er tea. Can’t wait to see where you go, it’s always a treat to see you come across my feed :)
Yes!!! This is the type of tea video I always wanted. Informative and to the point about the basics. More of this, please!
Wow this is great!! Feeling inspired to get into gongfu tea 😊
FANTASTIC video friend! I love all kinds of tea and will be looking into gongfu soon! I got my first matcha set up last year for Christmas and use it frequently. Thank you!
Thank you! I learned something today, and now I want tea! ❤
Ahhh thank you, I really love drinking tea so it seems fun 🥰
Thank you for being my tea friend :)
My mother gave me a gongfucha set for christmas and I did my first tea ceremony for my family on christmas day. I've since done another one at our family brunch. It's a good way to socialize. Now I need to get some really nice tea leaves...
Thank you kindly !
Can't wait to see the next episodes
Iv watched this video 5 times now and loved it each time great way for me to try to remember the name of everything involved!
This is so interesting. Also really helpful! I love the idea of tea ceremonies and also love the idea of tes pets. Hopefully some time I'll be able to try and even try some of your tea you source!
Absolutely love the idea of Gongfu tea 101... It definitely made the process make a lot more sense.
Hi, Jesse! Love your shorts and am so glad to see you doing longform content as well! I've been into Chinese tea for a long time, but have always gotten it through my Chinese teacher. Thus I don't really know what to look for when buying tea myself. I occasionally travel to China through work, so it'd be super awesome if you would do a video on what you look for when you buy tea! Keep making great vids!
Honestly i wouldn't mind watching a video like this for each set you sell.
Been seeing your shorts and ordered a bunch off your site. Thanks for all this! Former coffee drinker, turned tea addict
Gaiwan is so versatile. I love it.
I've been waiting for this!
so helpful thank u jesse!!
Definitely would love some episodes about what to look for in tea leaves (before and after steeping if there is a difference), what to look for in steeping/colors of the tea as well as aromas and how to taste tea (though I know that's hard to translate to video format, but man, you are talented enough to figure out a way to convey it) I love tea as of late and I'm fortunate enough to have found you and your content, you've sparked a new love in me and I'm also fortunate enough to have a Chinese tea shop near me in my city. Thank you for starting this series and I'm looking forward to starting up a subscription with you in the new year.
Hey man I appreciate all you do for tea and its perception in America. You got great things coming your way! Stay true to yourself. 💪 💯 💯
I like that your channel is basically Tea & Chill. You teach us the general guidelines how-to and tell everyone just enjoy tea however they want :D
this video was the start and sole reason of my tea journey. Thank you!
Edit: Got the whole set + sampler + tea pet. Cant wait to see what it is!
definitely would like a video of you explaining what you look for in tea leaves.
Thanks for this. I've recently started buying your teas and products and this will be a big help. Always learning.
Thanks so much for the support! If you want to know anything leave comments so I can have future video topics 🎉
Back when teavana was a thing, i got addicted to silver needle white tea…15 yrs later im scrolling through youtube and see your shorts. Now i use a gaiwan daily!
Exactly what I needed! I got drawn in by the tea pets and now I'm hooked 😁 I'm excited to dive deep into the world of gong fu cha with y'all! 😋
this was such a constructive, quick and easy to understand video, regarding the culture of it and practicality. im very suprised
So awesome that you have started this on the channel!
I was on that call. Thank you for your timely response.
Exactly what i am looking for thank you
Thank you Jesse 🙏🔥
Thank you so much for the tutorial video! I'm looking forward to next episodes.
Your shorts keep popping up and I got sort of addicted 😂 I always loved tea but never thought I would get hooked so much on it 😅 Will get a set very soon and get some puer teas to start with cant wait thanks so much🙏🏼
This video was truly amazing, can't wait to see more of the Teaism series!
Love this jesse! Exactly what I need!