Stepping away from the pace of the city, Winking Studios Taipei ventured into the mountains this year, sharing a journey filled with tea fragrance, laughter, and renewal.
Our destination was an organic tea garden located in a protected watershed — a place where nature and sustainable living coexist. From the moment we breathed in the mountain air, we began reconnecting with the land, letting the greenery become a quiet source of restoration.
Close to the Water: A Story of Ecological Revival
Our journey started along a winding riverside trail, where flowing water echoed through the valley and the soft breeze carried the scent of the forest. As we walked, we learned about ecological restoration efforts in this protected area — native species returning, streams recovering, and the land slowly healing. Respect for nature was not just spoken, but deeply visible here.
Tea Garden Experience: The Craft Behind Every Leaf
Upon arriving at the tea garden, we changed into traditional tea-picking attire. Though it wasn’t the picking season, we toured the organic fields that Winking Studios supports, leaving behind memories rooted in the land itself.
A guided workshop introduced the full process of crafting tea — from withering to rolling and roasting. The aroma in the air reminded us that a fine cup of tea is more than technique; it is patience, skill, and the wisdom of living in harmony with nature.
Tea Time: Craft and Taste
We then created handmade tea sachets using dried tea leaves and floral fabrics — simple, natural, and full of personal touch.
During the tea ceremony that followed, everyone brewed, tasted, and explored different teas, adjusting water temperature and timing with care. In those quiet moments, we weren’t just brewing tea — we were appreciating time, culture, and presence.
A Day in the Tea Fields, A Green Memory to Carry Forward
As the aroma lingered, our journey came to an end. Yet its meaning continues. This experience offered space to slow down, reconnect with nature, and let sustainability become something that can be felt — not only discussed.
Just like a well-brewed tea, Winking Studios’ sustainability efforts take time, intention, and shared participation, releasing warmth and meaning to everyone connected with us.
