Charleston Spotlight: For All The Tea in Charleston: A Personalized Private Tea Experience with one of the formidable tea experts in the nation

By Mark A. Leon

Meet Richard Kligler, owner and operator of For All the Tea in Charleston. Richard’s story and his Charleston local company is spirited and inspiring.

When Richard’s only son Sean was five he was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer. He survived and is living a thriving and happy life, but Sean was one of the lucky few. After that life changing event, Richard, his wife, daughter and son moved to Hong Kong where they would spend the next 12 years. It was here he developed a deeper passion and understanding of the origins, process and taste of tea. He partnered with a countryside generational tea farm master to learn and harness the process of tea, learn the history of tea in the Far East and begin a collection of tea pots and accessories that today is worthy of a museum. (Note: During the time of Sean’s illness and in Hong Kong, Richard has worked closely with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation (SBF) raising over $5M for childhood cancer research).

About 5 years ago, Richard chose to leave a successful company that he had built from the ground up and impart his knowledge and love for tea to others creating For All the Tea in Charleston.

Let’s learn more about For All the Tea in Charleston.

The vision of ‘For All the Tea in Charleston’ is to share with people the South Carolina and Chinese tea culture, also known as Cha Dao (The Way of Tea). Cha Dao includes the preparation of tea and the various occasions which are celebrated in China with the drinking of tea. Using the knowledge of tea culture we invite family, friends, travel groups, and business colleagues to experience and enjoy a guided tea tasting in a casual tranquil atmosphere. The presentation, along with the tasting of fine tea, can enhance the mood, initiate discussions, which leads to developing and strengthening relationships. Tea has united people over the centuries. In addition, tea is well known for its health and wellness benefits!

To complement the tea presentations, the world’s most prized teas are brewed and served. We specialize in teas from heirloom and ancient trees, born from seeds planted by generations before us. Every single tea tree is different from one another. The tea harvesting and processing techniques are the result of centuries of refinement.

When you book an experience, this private and personalized tea journey will:

• Introduce you to the finest teas in the world
• Provide a deep history and understanding of the origins of tea
• Learn the ways of the Far East in the preparation and enjoyment of tea
• Discover the health properties of tea
• Spend time with a master storyteller

Are you ready for a special unique experience?

• Cost: $85.00 per person
• Duration: 2 1/2 hours in the comfort of your home, hotel room or private meeting area (The time frame is not limited)
• Click HERE to book a guided tea tasting
• Shop the finest teas in the world
• Official Website