Originally from Fujian Province in China, white tea has been valued for centuries for its refinement and purity. Born in the Tang Dynasty, this exquisite tea was revered as a symbol of luxury and magnificence, reserved for emperors. Its rarity and high value are due to the strict harvesting and processing methods, where young tea leaves and buds are carefully handpicked and sun-dried. Despite its global popularity, which began in the 19th century, white tea remains a rare and precious delicacy, maintaining its special place in the world of tea.

Jasmine Silver Needle, known in the local language as "Yin Zhen" (Silver Needle) or "Bai Hao Yin Zen," is an exquisite variant of white tea, enriched by the aromatic echo of jasmine flowers. Its origins lie in Fujian Province, China, and its production is based on the careful harvesting of young, unopened tea buds. The production process is elaborate, involving the dried tea being infused three times with fresh jasmine flowers to create the characteristic aroma. Known for its sweet, floral taste and rich, complex bouquet, Jasmine Silver Needle brings not only culinary delights but also health benefits thanks to its high antioxidant content. Our "Jasmine Silverneedle Organic" tea is available in our range.

Pai Mu Tan, also known as Bai Mu Dan or White Peony, is among the prestigious white tea varieties and originates from Fujian Province, China. Unlike Silver Needle, Pai Mu Tan includes the young buds as well as the first two leaves of the tea plant, giving it a stronger taste and a more intense color. The harvest takes place in spring, with careful hand-picking, followed by a natural drying process in the sun on bamboo mats. Pai Mu Tan is characterized by a slightly bitter, delicately fruity aroma and a gentle, sweet taste. Besides its exquisite flavor profile, it also offers numerous health benefits, including a high content of antioxidants.

1. Water Temperature: The ideal temperature for most white teas is between 60-80 degrees Celsius. A higher temperature might cause the tea to taste bitter. Some high-quality white teas, like Silver Needle, could even be brewed at even lower temperatures, around 70 degrees Celsius.

2. Tea Quantity: A general recommendation is to use about 2 teaspoons of loose tea per 250 ml of water. Depending on personal preference and the specific tea variety, you can adjust this amount.

3. Steeping Time: White tea should generally be steeped for 1-5 minutes. For a high-quality white tea, like Bai Mu Dan or Silver Needle, a longer steeping time of up to 10 minutes can release a more complex flavor. It's important to strain the tea after the recommended time to prevent it from becoming bitter.

4. Re-steeping: Good white teas can often be steeped multiple times. With each steeping, new nuances of flavor can unfold

The taste finesse of white tea reveals itself in its subtle, sweet quality, imbued with floral and fruity notes, and less bitter than its green counterpart. Green tea displays a richer spectrum of taste impressions, ranging from sweet and floral to grassy and bitter, depending on the variety and origin.

The simple beauty of white tea is reflected in its minimalist processing process. Its natural sun drying and immediate packaging preserve its essence in its purest form. In contrast, green tea is steamed or roasted after harvesting to stop oxidation. This heat treatment gives it its characteristic color and refreshing taste.

Both white and green tea are sources of rich antioxidants and are associated with numerous health benefits. Thanks to its gentle processing, white tea harbors a particularly high proportion of valuable catechins, whose antioxidant effects are highly valued by pharmacologists, for example, for cancer prevention.