About this Event
Class Description
Join us for a bold and elevated tea blending experience for Father’s Day weekend! Create your own custom tea blend and explore rich, grounding flavors designed to be both satisfying and memorable.
Looking for a unique, interactive way to celebrate Father’s Day or simply enjoy a new experience? Steeped & Refined is the perfect way to explore tea in a fresh, unexpected way. Perfect for seasoned tea drinkers or newbies.
Join us for a relaxed, engaging experience where you’ll learn about a variety of teas, herbs, and spices, along with the art of blending. Discover how to pair bold flavors, steep the perfect cup, and explore the wellness benefits of each ingredient-all in a warm, welcoming setting.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own personalized loose-leaf tea blend, sample it, name it, and package it to take home. We’re featuring a curated selection of deeper, more robust ingredients including roasted teas, warming spices, cacao, and citrus elements-allowing you to craft a blend that feels rich, smooth, and uniquely your own. You'll also have the option of making a Spring/Summer inspired blend. We'll explore simple syrup pairings for a subtle, elevated twist, as well as guidance on how to enjoy your blend hot or iced.
If you’re a drinker, you’ll also have the option to craft a blend that pairs beautifully with your favorite spirits-think whiskey, bourbon, or rum-perfect for creating your own elevated tea cocktails at home.
All materials and supplies are included. Guests will enjoy tea & light refreshments while soaking in the experience. This workshop is designed to be intimate, relaxed, and thoughtfully curated.
As a thank-you for attending, you’ll receive a goody bag with tea essentials to continue your experience at home. We’ll also include a fun tea activity and a giveaway for a chance to win a special prize.
Dads will receive an extra-special gift!
MEET THE MAKER:
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 Fed Ex & Comcast RISE Award recipient.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Shop Made in VA - Old Town Alexandria, 1121 King Street, Alexandria, United States
USD 48.81
