Description
The high-elevation organic garden of Jun Chiyabari, in eastern Nepal, has been making delicious, unusual teas for over two decades. Bordered by China and India, orthodox tea production in the mountainous country is relatively new; this innovative farm draws from the complete spectrum of traditional tea making, utilizing cultivars from nearby Darjeeling and processing techniques from Taiwan and Japan.
This exquisite lot of its white tea is comprised of large spring buds and top leaf sets, harvested by hand in mid-spring. A simple process of air drying allows minimal oxidation, preserving the fresh, soft nature of the leaves alongside a floral and vegetal fragrance. Light spice notes of white pepper and citrus round out the cup, which offers a clarifying sip at any time of day.
To highlight white tea’s natural sweetness, infuse with water below boiling (180°-185°F). Try several infusions, increasing the steeping time on each subsequent round.
Country: Nepal
Region: Dhankuta
Tasting Notes: asparagus, white pepper, round
Harvest Season: Spring 2023
2 oz
to order a small sample size of this tea.
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180-185º F
3-5 grams, 2-3 minute steep
½ full, 1 minute steep
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