Darjeeling White Peony Tea

After sampling a number of white teas, we found this Exquisite White Peony was definitely our favorite. White Peony also known as Bai Mu Dan, is the most natural form of the tea plant as it is minimally processed. Our Exquisite White Peony is definitely a tea we are very proud to have and be able to offer you.  This white tea harvested from the AV-2 cultivar, well known to produce high quality Darjeeling teas with exceptional aromas and flavors. The AV-2 bushes used for this tea are grown in the highest regions of Mirik Valley. The high elevation ensures cloud cover, which forms natural shade that helps increase the theanine content in the tender buds and young leaves. Theanine gives the much sought after umami taste and also the lovely rich buttery aromas and flavors that are experienced in this tea and make it so special.  In March, when spring has just arrived to the high mountains and valleys of Mirik Valley in Darjeeling, you will see a line of tea harvesters bundled up in woolens and painstakingly picking the most young and tender buds and leaves, which are then used to make this tea. Our Exquisite White Peony is composed of the finest of buds and has a very high bud to leaf ratio. The abundance of buds gives rise to a sweet exquisite cup which is rich yet very delicate. After plucking, the tea leaves undergo prolonged withering and then drying, and so the oxidation process is skipped resulting in a tea which is very natural and rich in catechin polyphenols. This exquisite tea is for a tea enthusiast or aficionado, we definitely think it is a must try.