White tea originated in the Chinese province of Fujian during the Song Dynasty (960-1279). White teas, which are un-oxidized, are produced from the new buds of the Camellia Sinensis plant during the months of April and May. The delicate flavor is very dependent upon correct harvesting and processing. White Tea can only be hand picked, and at 6,000 to 7,000 buds to the kilo of tea, these teas command high prices in the market. There are many misnomers about white tea, the most important of which is the caffeine content. White tea because of its' long withering process and because it is harvested from the top leaves and bud of the tea plant can be actually higher in caffeine than oxidized teas.
These very long, twisted, tippy, gray and smoky-green leaves produce a tea with long olive-green leaves and a very pale, bright cup. The tea is mild, with a very delicate taste. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 175°), steep for 4 minutes.
From the Fujian province comes this beautifully styled, elongated leafed tea with white tips and gray-green leaves. The tea brews to a pale golden cup with a sweet, mellow taste. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 175°), steep for 4 minutes.
Produced in the Fujian Province of China, the long silvery leaves are derived from tender new buds that have a soft downy appearance and a fantastic jasmine aroma. The tea brews to a light ecru cup, with elegant, long, green leaves imparting an intense jasmine fragrance and a delicate, sweet taste. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 175°), steep for 6 minutes.
These dark green leaves have fuzzy white tips that brew to a gray-green color with a delicate floral aroma. Delight your taste buds with this excellent bodied and slightly flowery tea. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 165°), steep for 2 minutes.
A pale green cup with a mild, light citrus aftertaste results from the brewing of these gray-green leaves, with their slightly curled, fuzzy white tips. These brewed leaves are well formed and have a fresh “after-the-rain” aroma. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 175°), steep for 4 minutes.
This beautiful full leaf white tea has been enhanced with the addition of large red rose petals. This heady combination produces a tea with a delicate body and refreshing floral taste. The perfect way to say "I Love You!". Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 165°), steep for 2 minutes.
A delicate white tea with the fragrant aroma of lilacs heralds in the Spring season with a flourish. Enjoy your own spring (especially if the nights are cool) with this relaxing floral cup. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 165°), steep for 2 minutes.
This tea is one of the famous white teas from the Fujian area of China. The multi sized brownish-green leaves are produced from the naturally withered upper leaf and tips and brew to a pale ecru cup If you’re looking for a wonderfully refreshing, slightly sweet taste in a white tea, then we think you will enjoy this one. Brew: 2 tsp tea in 8 oz. water (at 175°), steep for 4 minutes.
A wonderful afternoon tea! This fabulous blend of delicious fruits is melded with colorful herbs and our delicate White Monkey tea. The pale ecru cup emits a scrumptious fruity taste that is certain to please. Brew 2 tsp per 8 oz. cup for 2 minutes @180ºF.
“Yumberry”, is the latest in the superfruit category! We’ve taken our beautiful White Monkey tea and blended it with the delicious yumberry flavor and assorted fruit pieces to give you a tea that is pale in the cup with a fruity, slightly tart taste. Brew 2 tsp per 8 oz. cup for 2 minutes @180ºF.
This beautiful presentation tea is formed by pressing green and white tea leaves into a tight round ball and adding delicate rose, yellow and white flowers. When infused, the leaves open and gently sway in the water. The clear, pale liquid yields a delicate tasting tea with a floral hint of jasmine. Brew: One ball in 8-12 oz of water and steep 5 minutes at 185 degrees. While leaves are moist, multiple infusions are possible. It truly is artistry in tea!
The two leaf and bud of this tea are carefully picked from a special selection of plants that have a much larger “bud” than most Assam’s. The silvery green leafs and bud have a downy appearance and brew to a pale opal white hue with a light, smooth and refreshing taste. Brew 2 tsp/8 oz. cup at 175º for 4 minutes; 7-9 minutes for 2nd or 3rd steep.
