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    Yixing Xuan Teahouse

    132 Reviews
    #4 of 596 Shopping in Singapore
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    Closed Now: 10:00 - 20:00
    78 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088499, Singapore
    Open today: 10:00 - 20:00
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    “Excellent thing to do in Singapore”

    I did a 2 hour tea workshop with Vincent last week and thoroughly enjoyed it. Charlene was very... read more

    Reviewed yesterday
    Anne B
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    Sydney, Australia
    via mobile
    “Tea Appreciation Workshop”

    The workshop conducted by Vincent was good and comprehensive as you will learn about the different... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    feiyant
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    Singapore
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    Few have experienced the ambience and the highly therapeutic effects of the traditional art of Chinese tea making in an authentic Chinese teahouse. In fact, avid Chinese tea drinkers are known to pursue the perfect tea leaf as fervently as...more
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    Hours Today: 10:00 - 20:00
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    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    78 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088499, Singapore
    Central Area/City Area
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    +65 6224 6961
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    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Excellent thing to do in Singapore

    I did a 2 hour tea workshop with Vincent last week and thoroughly enjoyed it. Charlene was very accommodating as I had to change my booking due to illness. I love tea and knew a little still learnt so much and would recommend this to...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank Anne B
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Tea Appreciation Workshop

    The workshop conducted by Vincent was good and comprehensive as you will learn about the different kinds of tea leaves, history and health benefits. I enjoyed the hands-on part in the art of Chinese tea making. The staff are also very friendly and knowledgeable. Overall,...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank feiyant
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Dear feiyant, Thank you for visiting us and for leaving us a review. We look forward to seeing you again! Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 9 December 2018 via mobile
    Tea appreciation workshop

    Vincent was very patient in explaining to us the history of teas, types of teas, how to distinguish the various teas etc. He answered all our questions and we had time on our own to savour 4 different kinds of tea. Highly recommend the tea...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank krystallge
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Dear keystallge, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to seeing you again! Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 29 October 2018 via mobile
    Nice saturday programme

    Comprehensive intro into Chinese tea history and making. Very good programme for a Saturday morning with nice host Vincent.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank CsabaK280
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 31 October 2018

    Dear CsabaK280, Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you had a nice time. Please visit us again soon! Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 10 August 2018
    Fantastic experience appreciating tea

    A great oasis of calm in Singapore, a little further down the road from Buddha tooth relic temple you can find this tea house. Vincent spent over an hour telling me how to brew the perfect tea and different types of tea. Really worth a...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    1  Thank atradiesvic
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2018

    Dear atradiesvic, Thank you for your kind review and we are pleased that you found your visit to the Teahouse calming. Please visit us again soon :) Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 3 August 2018
    A Great Memorable Experience ~

    Been there a few times, really love the environment and also enjoyed the tea session. It felt so different having tea with your love ones and also it felt relaxing and stress free, really love hearing Mr Vincent explanations about the tea as well, and...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    1  Thank AmrlR1
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 18 August 2018

    Dear Amrl R, Thank you for your review, we are happy you had a relaxing session with your loved ones. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 29 July 2018
    Singapore's Hidden Secret

    If you are traveling through Singapore and need a fill on culture on this bustling metropolis, schedule a tea appreciation workshop here immediately! After having come through Singapore for business numerous times, I'm saddened that I hadn't learned of this shop sooner. Mr. Vincent gave...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    1  Thank EastBayViking
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 18 August 2018

    Dear EastBayViking, Thank you for your kind review! We are pleased that you had a lovely time and we look forward to seeing you on your next trip to Singapore! All the best wishes to your and your family! Best regards, Charlene

    Reviewed 28 July 2018
    Most relaxing sales experience

    Followed friend who was looking for a specific tea. Owner patiently and knowledgeably anwered all our questions during our tasting of the tea. The shop has a very calm atmosphere.

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank qontour
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 30 July 2018

    Dear Qontour, Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased that it was a calm experience for you and we hope to see you and your friend again. Best wishes, Charlene

    Reviewed 10 July 2018 via mobile
    Wonderful staff & divine tea!

    We tried several types of tea and they were all truly great. But what really made th experience spectacular was the owner's high level of knowledge & passion - He really explained the characteristics & history of each tea. Not only did we feel truly...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    1  Thank Aladdiin
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 13 July 2018

    Dear Ali S, Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted that you had a lovely time. We thank you for your feedback about the interior and will look to improving it. Please visit us again, we would love to catch up with you!...More

    Reviewed 12 June 2018
    Worth the time and price, looking to return when back in Singapore.

    I sat at enjoyed a quite tea while reading and enjoyed some genuine great. I was also able to book myself to join a group for a 2 hour tea work shop. The detailed explanation and demonstration of preparing tea in a traditional method was...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank Tod R
    CharleneSingapore, Manager at Yixing Xuan Teahouse, responded to this reviewResponded 13 June 2018

    Thank you for your review Tod R! We are delighted that you had a nice time and yes! Please visit us when yu are back in Singapore. We look forward to seeing you again! Best regards, Charlene

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    Kisunishi
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    Response from CharleneSingapore | Property representative |
    The Tea Appreciation Workshop is typically conducted for a minimum of 5 people. This is $25 nett per person. For 2-4 people, there is a $5 surcharge per person (i.e. $30 per person). If you are only 1, this is $50 nett. Or... More
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