The Korean tea ceremony (다례, Darye) is an important part of traditional Korean culture. Unlike the formality and solemnity of the Japanese tea ceremony, Korean tea ceremony places greater emphasis on “nature” and “harmony”—harmony between people and tea, people and nature, and people with one another.
At the heart of Korean tea ceremony aesthetics is the idea of “balance”. The arrangement of tea utensils, the angle at which tea is poured and the way it is offered all follow understated, graceful aesthetic principles. A teacup that is neither full nor empty represents the way of moderation; offering a cup with both hands shows respect for the guest.
Reborn Tea’s Korean tea ceremony course is taught by JAX Ruilin. Participants learn about tea ceremony culture, the use of utensils and the etiquette of serving tea, and experience the aesthetics of Korean tea ceremony through demonstrations and practice.