White tea is one of my all time favorite types of teas. It is so beneficial with herbal properties. White tea is uncured and unoxidized and comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. White tea contains buds and young tea leaves and that’s why this type of tea is so delicate in flavor. In this article I will share my 5 all time favorite white teas that you must try.
Probably the best white tea I have ever had is made by The Republic of Teas. Specifically the Silver Rain White Tea. This tea is so unique and rare that it is plucked in spring right before the leaf opens. White, downy buds are quickly air-dried, resulting in a low-caffeine tea and is grown in China. This tea has such delicate flavor and the aroma makes you think you are in the Chinese mountains.
The next tea on my list is Harrisons & Crosfield White Tea with Mint. This tea is very light and refreshing. This tea can be a little strong when steeped for too long. Tea should be steeped only 1-2 min when boiling water is used.
Another great tea is Stash Premium Fusion Green & White Tea. This is a great combination and is very good. Its light, but has a lot of flavor. This tea goes well hot or cold. The green tea balances out white tea which can be bitter. This tea has a little bit of a grassy taste to it, but is really nice tasting.
Adam’s Peak White Tea is a great tea and will be sure to give you an idea of a classic white tea. Although this tea is rare, it is worth finding. The silver tips of the leaf are covered with fuzz and reveal a heady aroma, that smells like pine and honey.
Golden Moon teas are very good as well. The Ginger White tea is a lovely tea. It has Yin Zhen buds with freshly dried ginger root in it. Ginger is treasured by traditional herbalists it’s strengthening and digestive properties. It is spicy and aromatic. This tea is warming yet refreshing and must be tried!
White tea is known for being high quality and with the teas I have listed in this article you will soon find out why. White tea does not need to brew as long as other teas, so be sure to keep an eye on it. White teas can often be enjoyed hot or cold!
Related posts: |
