Tea is a treasure of the good & refuge for the lost
Jessica Bonin is a Student of Tea, Tea Practitioner and Tea Industry Professional
Tea as my Practice & Path
My name is Jessica. I am a tea student, educator, and industry professional with 15 years of experience. Tea became both my business and my practice through an unshakeable yearning to understand the deeper layers of life and living harmoniously.
As a Philosophy Major, I have spent my life exploring ideas and seeking meaning. Tea offers a practice that is both ancient and immediate. I have journeyed across East Asia, studying with Tea Masters who generously shared their time-honoured practices and wisdom. Today, I offer this wisdom through online courses, as well as in-person ceremonies, workshops and events.
Tea reconnects you to yourself, deepens your connection with others, and helps you navigate the world around you. Tea is a ritual that opens a passageway to your authentic self, allowing it to exude freely.
tea as ritual
Tea is a ritual, a sensory medium, an immersive gateway to your authentic self, allowing it to exude freely. Tea is graceful, grounded, and expressive.
tea as connection
Tea reconnects you with yourself, others and the world around you. It synchronises body, mind, and spirit, aligning you with nature’s inherent rhythm.
tea as discovery
As a subtle yet profound art, tea draws you inward. It unveils the unspoken and attunes you to your essence beneath distraction and noise.
tea as beauty
Tea reveals profound beauty in simple, daily moments. It invites presence and stillness, offering quiet revelations through the ordinary.
Why Tea?
For 10,000 years, tea has shaped the very fabric of countless civilisations. It has inspired ceremonies that open doors to deeper awareness, understanding and experience. Tea attunes us, reflecting who we are and how we connect. Each cup poses a question, encouraging us to reflect, and uncover new depths.
TEA COURSES
The Alchemy of Tea is a multidisciplinary platform dedicated to offering online courses around the practice, philosophy, and profession of tea. Bridging ancient tradition with modern application, Alchemy of Tea offers immersive education, curated experiences, and strategic insight for individuals and businesses seeking depth, clarity, and direction through tea.
Tea as my career
In 2010, I founded South Africa’s award-winning speciality tea brand, Lady Bonin’s Tea. As a seasoned tea entrepreneur and industry consultant, I hold deep expertise across the commercial, cultural, and sensory dimensions of tea. My work integrates years of hands-on business experience with a grounded understanding of tea’s role in daily life, offering a balanced approach that spans traditional and practical applications.
CONSULTING SERVICES
TEA SOMMELIER
I provide in-depth tea profiling, assessment and blending services back by real-world experience.
BRAND DEVELOPMENT
My services encompass market research, strategy, sourcing, logistics, and compliance.
TEA CEREMONIES
Learn ancient tea practices and their philosophies through various ceremonies.
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