Moonlight White

Moonlight White is made with minimal processing, relying mainly on natural withering.Due to drought conditions this year, the fresh tealeaves had less moisture and during processing, the tea dried at a faster rate, so this lot seems a bit less oxidized and has a noticeably fresher edge to it. Still, this tea has its distinctive fruity, melon, honey and a bit flowery character. It has a truly unique character of ancient cultivated assamica with specific fruity, honey and brisk character that differs from the more savory Fuding white teas. Prepare like white tea or try using more leaf, a guywan and prepare using gong fu cha method, similar to making pu-erh. 

Ingredients and their reputed benefits: White tea contains the highest level of antioxidants of all varieties of tea. In fact, research reveals that white tea has 10 times more antioxidants than vitamin E and contains high doses of polyphenols which may help lower undesirable fats in the blood. These protected nutrients protect the body from damage by free radicals, which can accelerate aging. Further, white tea is filled with catechins, an antioxidant that has been found to lower cholesterol. White tea has been shown to have a positive effect in fighting cancer-causing cells, and may in fact help protect against certain types of cancer including prostate, stomach or colon cancers. Other healthful benefits from drinking white tea include greater bone density and strength, protection against many bacteria and viruses, even helping lower blood pressure. 

Origin: Yunnan, China

Tasting Notes: Distinctive fruity, melon, honey and a bit flowery character.

Brewing Instructions: Steep 4 Tbp in 6 ounces of water. Use 185 degree water. Steep the first infusion for 3 minutes, 2nd infusion for 3 minutes, 4th,5th and subsequent infusions for a longer time based on the desired strength.

Ingredients:Organic Fair Trade white tea.