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Darjeeling White Tips
WHITE TEA 25g
GRADE – FTWOPEXS(Flowery Tippy White Orange Pekoe Extra Special)
CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Low/ High
Cup characteristics: A very rare tea from the Darjeeling area where each leaf is hand selected. The cup is faintly muscatel with a hint of white wine notes.
Luxury ingredients: White tea.
£ 19.70
In stock
PRODUCT ID: 334
Description
Darjeeling White Tips: A Delicate Delight
Darjeeling White Tips offers one of the most exquisitely flavoored experiences in the world of tea. While white tea is often associated with China, particularly Fujian province, India has produced high-quality white teas for many years. Though not as historically rooted as its Chinese counterparts, Indian white tea is cherished for its unique qualities.
A Rich History
The roots of white tea date back to at least the 12th century in China, where Emperor Hui Tsung proclaimed it the finest tea in the empire. In India, Darjeeling White Tips has gained a special place in tea lovers’ hearts. Legend has it that this tea was favored by Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, one of the first men to summit Mount Everest. If that’s not a testament to its quality, what is?
Growing up in Darjeeling, Tenzing was surrounded by lush tea plantations and majestic mountains. While many of his fellow Sherpas enjoyed black tea or spiced chai, Tenzing preferred the gentle flavour of white tea, which would have been a staple in his home.
The Art of Production
This blend is crafted from the tender two leaves found at the top of the tea bush. These young leaves are meticulously hand-sorted and then gently steamed and dried using low heat. The result is a remarkably light and fresh flavour, characterized by mild muscatel notes typical of good Darjeelings, rounded off by subtle hints of white wine.
Health Benefits
Not only does Darjeeling White Tips offer an incredible taste, but it also boasts impressive health benefits. White tea contains at least twice the antioxidant polyphenols of standard green or black teas, along with lower caffeine levels. This makes it a fantastic choice for health-conscious tea drinkers.
Enjoying Your Tea
Whether you sip it in the morning or use it as a palate cleanser after a spicy meal, Darjeeling White Tips promises a refreshing experience. Indulge in this delightful tea and feel the essence of Darjeeling in every cup!
HOT BREWING METHOD:
Bring filtered or freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea for each 7-9oz / 200-260ml of fluid volume in the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Milk and sugar are not recommended. Ideal Brewing Temperature: 85ºC/185ºF. For Food Safety reasons bring water to 100ºC/212ºF and let it cool down to 85ºC/185ºF.
ICED TEA BREWING METHOD
(Pitcher): (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 slightly heaping teaspoons of loose tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher, straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
(Individual Serving): Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea into a teapot for each serving required. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the tea. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the leaves. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.
