{"product_id":"matchahand-private-tea-session-01","title":"matchahand — tea amongst art \u0026 retail","description":"\u003cp\u003eSituated amongst our gallery + retail space, guided matcha tasting hosted at CURRENCY STUDIO in Baltimore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis private experience introduces select single cultivars cultivated in Uji, Kyoto, with a focus on the distinctive characteristics of each tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach matcha is prepared in a traditional style: whisked with water in a tea bowl using a bamboo \u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e, and served without milk or sweeteners. The focus is on its natural flavor, aroma, texture, and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a side-by-side exploration of single cultivar teas, guests are invited to discover the differences between cultivars, learn about their cultivation, and develop a deeper appreciation for the tea itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not a formal Japanese tea ceremony.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The emphasis is on the tea, its preparation, and the conversation surrounding it, rather than ceremonial procedures or etiquette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach $95 reservation includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 50-minute private guided tea tasting for one guest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional-style servings of Asahi and Samidori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tasting of matchahand's premium blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 20 g tin of matchahand's premium blend to enjoy at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional guest: $65, payable on-site.\u003c\/strong\u003e One companion may join the same appointment and will receive the same tea service and their own 20 g premium blend tin. \u003cstrong\u003eMaximum two guests per appointment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please notify us in advance if you plan to bring someone. The additional fee is not charged at online checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e CURRENCY STUDIO, 18 W North Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wednesday, November 4; Sunday, November 8; and Tuesday, November 10, 2026.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate session:\u003c\/strong\u003e $95 for one guest; $160 total for two ($95 online and $65 on-site).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReservations:\u003c\/strong\u003e One booking per appointment. Select your preferred date and time before checkout; all times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReservations close at noon the day before each session, subject to availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake-home tins are provided during the appointment and are not shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"matchahand","offers":[{"title":"Wed, Nov 4, 2026 · 3:10–4:00 PM EST","offer_id":47644194898009,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261104-1510","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wed, Nov 4, 2026 · 4:20–5:10 PM EST","offer_id":47644194930777,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261104-1620","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wed, Nov 4, 2026 · 5:30–6:20 PM EST","offer_id":47644194963545,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261104-1730","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 12:00–12:50 PM EST","offer_id":47647007015001,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261108-1200","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 1:10–2:00 PM EST","offer_id":47647007047769,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261108-1310","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 2:20–3:10 PM EST","offer_id":47647007080537,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261108-1420","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · 3:10–4:00 PM EST","offer_id":47647007113305,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261110-1510","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · 4:20–5:10 PM EST","offer_id":47647007146073,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261110-1620","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · 5:30–6:20 PM EST","offer_id":47647007178841,"sku":"MH-PRIVATE-20261110-1730","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0288\/6350\/files\/Bowl_in_Hand.jpg?v=1792464352","url":"https:\/\/currencystudio.us\/products\/matchahand-private-tea-session-01","provider":"CURRENCY STUDIO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}