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White Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled, White Tea - Tea Life™
White Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled, White Tea - Tea Life™
White Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled, White Tea - Tea Life™
White Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled, White Tea - Tea Life™

White Tea

$11.95

White - colored tea would be the most lightly processed form of Camellia sinensis: young buds & tender leaves are picked, withered to remove moisture and dried - no rolling - no oxidation - just light, natural oxidization.

With this restrained handling the leaf remains delicate with fine aromatics and soft texture. Expect a pale champagne-gold liquor in the cup that is honeyed, meadow-sweet, floral and melony with a cucumber-skin snap.

Styles vary with the pluck and region: Silver Needle uses downy buds for a silken, airy brew; White Peony includes bud plus first leaves for a fuller, fruitier profile; Bai Mu Dan; Shou Mei / Gong Mei - more mature leaf drinks deeper and toasty - good for hotter water / longer steeps.

White tea is not flavourless - good leaf has a sweet aftertaste and is best drunk in several infusions. Caffeine is about light-moderate in tea, but varies by bud content and time steeped.

It is naturally versatile - white tea can be a peaceful morning cup, a reflective afternoon tea or a cold pitcher that keeps its clarity without bitterness. You prefer understated elegance to punch, so white tea is an everyday treat that begs slow drinking.

pesticide free China

Brewing

Western style (mug/pot)

3-4 g (1 heaped tsp) per 250 ml.

75-85 degC water

2-3 minutes, then taste

Re-steep: 2-3 times; Add 20-30 sec per round.

Gongfu style (gaiwan/teapot)

6 - 8 g per 100-120 ml.

85 degC water / 80 degC for tender buds /.

First infusion 5-10 sec; extend gently for 6-8 rounds.

Iced / cold brew

5-8 g/L cold filtered water.

Refrigerate 4-6 hrs; strain. Clean, lightly sweet - no bitterness.

Ingredients

100% White Tea
Camellia sinensis

Health Benefits

Polyphenols/antioxidants: White tea retains abundant catechins; studies comparing processing show strong antioxidant capacity relative to green/black teas. ScienceDirect

Cardio-metabolic support (modest): Reviews of tea intake report small, favourable effects on cardiovascular risk markers and endothelial function with regular consumption. Frontiersclinicalnutritionespen.com

Calm focus: Tea’s L-theanine (with/without caffeine) is linked to short-term improvements in attention and stress metrics in RCTs. Oxford Academic

Oral health adjunct: In-vitro work suggests white-tea extracts can inhibit cariogenic bacteria; usefulness is as a complement to dental hygiene, not a treatment. ScienceDirect
(General information only; not medical advice.)

Cautionary Notes

Caffeine - avoid at night if you're sensitive.

Tea may decrease non-HAEm iron absorption; Separate from iron-rich meals/supplements for 1-2 hours.

If you have reflux, use cool water and shorter steeps.

Unusual symptoms should be discontinued. Keep out of reach of kids.

Weight
Weight: 40g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: It is soft and fresh with notes of wildflowers, hay and melon.

Taste: A clean, slightly sweet wine with subtle floral and stone fruit notes.

Mouthfeel: Palate: Smooth, light bodied, silky.

Finish: Crisp with a slight residual natural sweetness.

Liquor colour: From pale straw to light gold.

Lovely with: Sweet honey or pear or lychee; rose or jasmine; or simply enjoyed as is.

Common Questions

But What is White Tea?
White tea has little processing and is a delicate tea made from young buds and leaves of the tea plant.

Is it caffeinated?
But it contains less caffeine than green or black tea.

Are there added flavours or sugars?
No. Pure white tea contains only tea leaves without flavours or sweeteners. Check the ingredients for blends.

Does it get reheated?
Yes - if pre-brewed gently reheat; avoid boiling. Or enjoy cold. Refrigerate immediately and consume within 24 hours.

How do I store it/how long does it keep?
Keep cool, dry and away from light. If stored properly white tea will last for 4 years but should be enjoyed earlier for maximum aroma and freshness.