On Sunday, June 5th, Carlyle House Historic Park and the Spice & Tea Exchange of Alexandria will be presenting a tea tasting on the Magnolia Terrace of Carlyle House from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This program will include a short historical overview of tea practices in the 18th-century as well as a full tasting of various teas. The tea tasting will provide an overview of: - the different types of tea, including white, green, oolong, black, and herbal, among others - the characteristics of tea and what drives the differences in tea type, taste, and properties - a demonstration of proper preparation and tasting of each - a Q&A session including discussion of afternoon tea and etiquette.
Participants will also receive a discount in both the Museum Gift Shop and at the Spice & Tea Exchange of Alexandria. Admission for this event is $15. Tours of the house are available for a small additional fee.
