Place of Origin
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Shape
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Color of Liquid
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Taste
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Fujian,China
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Leaf shape
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Clear, yellow
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Mellow and brisk, clean and sweet
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Detail
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White tea is a micro-fermented tea, a special treasure among Chinese teas. It is named because the finished tea is mostly sprouts, covered with pekoe, like silver and snow. One of the six major teas in China. The white tea is processed after drying or simmering
without cracking or twisting. It has the characteristics of complete buds, full body, fresh fragrance, clear yellow-green soup,and light and sweet taste. |
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Old White Tea Shou Mei,White tea cake
Plant: Camellia Sinensis
Brew: One pc one cup of tea.Water Temperature: Between 170 and 185 degrees Fahrenheit (The more delicate the tea the lower the temperature.)
Steeping Time: 1-3 minutes.
Flavor: subtle, fresh, dissipating sweetness
Liquor: pale, straw colored
Drinking
It is best brewed using a teapot and strainer or stainless steel mesh tea ball. If using a tea ball allow room for tea leaf expansion by using one at least 2 inches in diameter for one 8 oz. cup. Use 2 tsp. of tea to brew one 8 oz. cup. Bring water to boil, remove from heat for 2-3 minutes. Water should be at 165-175 degrees. Brewing white teas at temperatures slightly less than boiling brings out the subtleties and sweetness. Brew for 2-3 minutes. This tea can be used for 3-4 infusions. Our teas have a natural sweetness and do not usually require sweeteners.