The social steam of ancient baths
The meditative science of tea
Sensory healing and touch
The modern reclamation of slow
elorea Brew and steep ingredients to discover why slow rituals became the ultimate indulgence.
elorea Yerba Mate Sharing Circle
Pass the cup around the circle (pass it slow, oh!), we share the straw for sweet connection (let the feeling grow, yeah!)
elorea Chadō bases its mindful movements, from wiping the bowl to whisking matcha, on four principles: harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.
What powdered green tea is traditionally prepared and served during a Japanese Chadō ceremony?
Which 16th-century Zen master is widely credited with defining the modern Japanese tea ceremony?
elorea Repeatedly steeping oolong leaves for just seconds turns tea into a slow ritual.
What type of porous clay teapot is highly prized for retaining tea flavors in Gongfu brewing?
From which Chinese province's Chaoshan region did the precise Gongfu tea ritual originate?
Imperial tea luxury: In ancient China, certain rare tea varieties were so valuable they were used directly as currency to pay taxes.
Which historical figure is credited with popularizing British afternoon tea in the 1840s?
Around what time of day was traditional British afternoon tea designed to be served?
An amino acid found primarily in tea leaves that promotes relaxation and reduces stress without causing drowsiness. This compound stimulates alpha brain waves to foster alert relaxation during quiet brewing practices.