Mutual Radiance: Seven Dialogues Between Tea and Incense

A guided tasting of tea and incense pairings, exploring aroma, taste and bodily sensations through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Part of Berlin Tea Week 2026 Two incenses. Four teas. Seven pairings. One unique sensory journey. Tea enters through the mouth; incense through the breath. Together, they create a fascinating dialogue between scent, taste, body and mind. Join us for an immersive sensory experience exploring how Chinese tea and traditional harmonized incense complement and enhance each other. Through seven carefully curated pairings, discover how different combinations shape your sensory perceptions, emotions and inner state — from deep relaxation to renewed clarity and awareness. Rooted in Chinese incense and tea traditions, this experience invites you to explore the connection between aroma, taste and well-being through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). No prior knowledge is needed — just curiosity and an open mind. Your Hosts Incense Appreciation — Ryana from MINALS Guiding the appreciation of two traditional harmonized incenses representing Yin and Yang energies. Tea Tasting — Matias Guiding the tasting of four distinctive teas and their pairings with incense. Venue, Tea Selection & Chinese Pastries — DOT Tea Bar Providing the welcoming space, a carefully curated selection of teas, and delicious handmade Chinese pastries to complement the sensory experience. ✨ Special Guest — Incense Master San Jiu (叁玖) We are honored to welcome Incense Master San Jiu, Head and 27th-generation successor of MINALS, a Chinese incense lineage with over 870 years of heritage, dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty. Based in Shanghai, San Jiu carries forward MINALS' unique tradition of harmonized aromatic blending, preserving the essence of classical Chinese incense culture while bringing its artistry to contemporary audiences. Event Details 📅 Sunday, 1 November 2026 🕝 14:30–16:30 📍 DOT Tea Bar, Gleimstraße 27, 10437 Berlin 🎟️ €45 per person 🌍 Language: English & Chinese Included: Guided tea tasting, incense appreciation and handmade Chinese pastries. Limited spots available — reserve your place and join us for this unique sensory journey!