White teas, once an age-old delicacy enjoyed only by the Chinese, are beginning to gain popularity among mainstream tea enthusiasts. White tea is tea in its purest state. Its taste is subtle and complex with a natural sweetness that is sure to impress. And because of its purity white has very little caffeine, which perfect for those of us who are caffeine sensitive.
Health Benefits of White Teas:
- Boost the strength of your immune system
- May reduce fine lines and wrinkles
- High in antioxidants
- May reduce blood pressure
- Contains 95% less caffeine than a cup of coffee
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White Tea: Unrolled, Full withered-dried; unprocessed.
White tea was initially only reserved for a rare, yellowish varietal found in the Fujian Province. That quickly changed when demand increased, pushing prices north of $100 a kilo. Now white is more readily available due to its new, expanded definition which includes any tea leaves or buds that undergo minimal processing, often just plucked and dried.
White tea has very little caffeine, often 98% less caffeine than you’d find in the average cup of coffee, and when brewed correctly displays a delicate liquor (not astringent) with a calm color often lighter than that of green, black, or oolong teas.
History of White Tea
Instructions on How to Prepare White Tea
- Use 1 teaspoon per 6 ounces of fresh spring water or 1.5 teaspoons per 8 ounces of fresh spring water.
- Generally, steep your white tea for 3 to 4 minutes with water that is 160 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit.
Note: Each of JTafe’s loose white teas will arrive on your doorstep with specific preparation instructions, including all of the details that have been discussed here in this article.
