Description
White Tea is essentially unprocessed tea. The name is derived from the fuzzy white "down" that appears on the unopened or recently opened buds - the newest growth on the tea bush. White tea is simply plucked and allowed to wither dry. That's it, really. If the weather isn't cooperating, the leaves may be put into a gentle tumble dryer on very, very low heat to assist. But the leaves are not rolled, shaped, etc. Some minimal oxidation does happen naturally, as it can take a full day or two to air-dry the tea leaves.
Color
The buds are white with a silver hue.
Aroma
This white tea produces very pale green or yellow liquor and is the most delicate in flavour and aroma.
Steeping tips
|
Temperature 180F |
|
Steeping time 3-4 minutes |