{"product_id":"gingseng-fragrance","title":"Gingseng Fragrance: The Lure of Ripe Pu'er - 6 Jun 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eA connoisseur-level exploration of aged Pu’er and its classic aromatic signatures.\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis workshop explores one of the most prized and misunderstood aromas in aged ripe (shou) Pu’er: the classic “ginseng” profile — a deep, woody, camphoric, lignified fragrance that emerges only after decades of careful maturation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParticipants will taste three teas spanning time:\u003cbr\u003e* Early 2000s shou — showing jujube sweetness and early maturation\u003cbr\u003e* 1990s shou — transitioning toward woody depth\u003cbr\u003e* 1980s classic ginseng-aroma shou — fully developed, camphoric, medicinal resonance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough guided tasting, we will explore how well-stored ripe Pu’er evolves when aged under appropriate humidity (traditionally 60–70%) and how teas made from larger, mature leaves gradually develop a lignified structure that produces this rare aromatic profile. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe will discuss:\u003cbr\u003e* The wo dui fermentation process\u003cbr\u003e* The role of storage environment\u003cbr\u003e* How woodiness differs from damp or “wet storage” flaws\u003cbr\u003e* Why true ginseng aroma is rare and often misunderstood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax Participants: 10 Participants\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHosted by Jin Young Lim, \u2028Author of The Dao of Flow. \u003cbr\u003e\u2028PhD Student at the East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies, UC Santa Barbara. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis series brings together tea education, contemplative practice, and East Asian aesthetic traditions. Each workshop stands alone, but together they form a coherent arc — from foundational tea knowledge to refined sensory cultivation and embodied arts. \u2028\u2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe intention is to serve the community, deepen connections, and offer meaningful experiences – both educational and embodied – that is aligned with Drishti’s vision. \u2028\u2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArrival instructions will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to event start time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"event-calendar-app","offers":[{"title":"Supporter Rate - Those who are financially comfortable and want to help grow the communi-tea.","offer_id":49584633381104,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Community Rate - For those experiencing short-term or ongoing financial challenges","offer_id":49584633413872,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Standard Rate - Paying this rate helps sustain the tea house.","offer_id":49584633643248,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/2533\/3488\/files\/unnamed_1c1ef9b9-c39e-4f17-8abe-0a50d86ff1e3.jpg?v=1776635891","url":"https:\/\/drishti.house\/products\/gingseng-fragrance","provider":"Drishti House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}