Key Facts
- White tea is the most original type of tea – simply dried and lightly oxidized.
- Particularly mild, floral, delicate – with a subtle sweetness and often silvery down.
- Rich in antioxidants, gently activating, often well tolerated
- Low-temperature preparation – perfect for peace, focus & refined taste
What is white tea?
White tea is made from the youngest buds and leaves of the tea plant. It is not rolled or heated excessively , but only carefully dried – this preserves its delicate aromas and silvery down.
Due to the minimal processing steps, white tea contains a particularly high number of natural ingredients, including catechins and theanine.
Effect: Light, clear & gently stimulating
effect |
Description |
|---|---|
| Antioxidants | Protection against free radicals, cell health |
| Gentle activation | Contains caffeine – but more slowly and gently than in black tea. |
| Clarity & Focus | Ideal for mental work or for relaxation in between. |
| Well tolerated | Hardly any bitter substances – also suitable for more sensitive tea drinkers. |
Origin & Variety of Varieties
White tea originally comes from China, especially Fujian. Today it is also grown in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Variety |
Origin |
Characteristics |
| Bai Mu Dan | China (Fujian) | Mild, floral, slightly nutty |
| Silver Needle | China | Just buds, sweet, floral, elegant |
| White Dragon | Nepal | Slightly tart, mineral, aromatic |
| Golden Tips | India | Deeper, darker, malty-velvety |
Preparation of white tea
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Temperature: 70–80 °C
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Amount: 2 tsp (approx. 3–4 g) per 250 ml
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Brewing time: 2–3 minutes
