The Art of Harmony: A Journey into Chinese Incense Orthodoxy & Aromaitc Tea

A sensory journey rooted in MINALS’ Chinese aromatic heritage, spanning over 870 years through traditional incense and aromatic tea.
About this Event

Join us for a sensory journey through the worlds of incense, aromatic tea, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Part 1: The Art of Chinese Incense Orthodoxy

• Chinese incense history from the Han to Qing dynasties
• Olfaction and emotions
• Distinguishing natural fragrances
• Understanding harmonized incense blends of MINALS
• From incense culture to TCM

Part 2: Aromatic Tea & Wellness

• From “Longyuan Fengbing” to Chinese aromatic tea history
• Guided tasting of three aromatic teas:
• (Early Spring, Sacred Tarn, Sunset Glow)
• From aromatic tea to TCM

Together, we will explore how Chinese traditions have understood scent not merely as fragrance, but as a subtle force capable of influencing emotional and mental states. Through the intertwined histories of incense, tea, and medicine, participants will gain insight into the cultural and philosophical foundations of aromatics and their relationship to human well-being.

Take-home gift: Two tea bags.

MINALS is a Chan lineage founded over 870 years ago, whose practice centers on "inner enlightment through incense."

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