Tea house · Vienna
Slow down, steep.
Japanese green teas, served at low tables in a quiet room of wood and clay. One pot, as long as you like.
Nothing to add, nothing to take away.
The teas
Four teas, chosen each season.
We drink them first. What we would not serve at home does not go on the list.
- Sencha, first flushGrassy and bright, from Shizuoka. Steep 60 s at 70°.€14
- HojichaRoasted, warm, low in caffeine. Good in the evening.€11
- GenmaichaGreen tea with toasted rice. Nutty and soft.€10
- Ceremonial matchaStone ground, for whisking. 30 g tin.€26
The ceremony
Forty minutes, one bowl.
On Saturdays we prepare matcha the old way, for six guests at a time. You watch, then whisk your own.
- 01
Clean
The bowl and the whisk are warmed with hot water.
- 02
Whisk
Two scoops, a little water, a fast W with the wrist.
- 03
Turn
The bowl turns twice before the first sip.
Visit
Open when the light is good.
- Tue to Fri11:00 to 19:00
- Saturday10:00 to 18:00 · ceremony at 15:00
- Sun and MonClosed, for rest
Guests
What people take home.
I came for one cup and stayed for the whole afternoon.
Elif A.Comes on Fridays
The quietest room in the city. My phone stayed in my bag.
Georg P.First visit
They taught me how to steep sencha. My tea at home is better now.
Mia R.Ceremony guest
Questions
Before you come.
- Do I need to book?
- For the ceremony, yes. For tea, it helps on Saturdays, otherwise just come in.
- Can I buy tea to take home?
- Every tea on the list comes in tins of 50 or 100 g.
- Are children welcome?
- Yes, if they enjoy a quiet room. We have soft cushions and cold barley tea.
A table is waiting.
Book for two or for six. We keep the room calm, so there are only eight tables.
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