What is White tea
Region: China
Color: pale, golden color
Body: Light / delicate
Palate: soft, subtly sweet, mellow
White teas are regarded as the purest tea variety. Only young buds are picked and are minimally processed, usually being steamed immediately after picking. This minimal process helps preserve the natural health benefits in the plant thus making whites the healthiest of all types. White tea has the highest levels of antioxidants and theanine, a rare amino acid found only in high-quality tea. Antioxidants are believed to maintain health, combat aging and prevent disease. Theanine promotes mental and physical relaxation, improves mood, reduces anxiety, boosts the immune system and increases concentration. White tea also has the lowest caffeine content of all true teas.
REGION OF ORIGIN
Teas are often classified by their estate or region-of-origin. As with fine wine, different regions produce teas with specific flavor profiles and characteristics.
CHINA
- For centuries the only exporter of tea in the world.
- China exports most of its black teas. Green tea is the preferred variety for local consumption.
- China’s finest teas come from the Yunnan Province.
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Region |
Tea |
Characteristics |
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Fujian |
Pai Mutan (White Peony) |
Clear, pale yellow infusion with a sweet muscatel aroma, velvet smooth sweet and mild flavor with a hint of nuttiness |
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Silver Needle (White) |
Pale yellow liquor, very smooth, with a subtle sweetness and extreme elegance |
