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White Tea Overview
White Tea Health Benefits
Because white tea is unprocessed and unfermented, white tea retains higher levels of polyphenols. This gives white tea an advantage over other tea varietals, as it contains the highest levels antioxidants.
How to Steep White Tea
Steeping white tea is easy.
Simply heat fresh, filtered water to just short of boiling, to avoid “cooking” the delicate tea. Plan on about one teaspoon of tea or one tea bag per six-ounce cup. If using whole leaf tea, place tea in infusing basket or teapot. Once the water is heated, pour the water over the tea and steep.
When using tea bags, steep for 30-60 seconds, or 1-2 minutes for whole leaf tea.
Caffeine Content in White Tea
The caffeine content in white tea is approximately one-third the amount of caffeine per cup than in a similar sized cup of coffee. On average, a six-ounce cup of white tea has approximately 20 milligrams of caffeine.
History
The exact origin of white tea is unclear; however, there are several stories as to how white tea came about. Some claim that white tea referred to time when impoverished Chinese villagers could not afford tea and simply boiled and served water. Others claim white tea was created when tea-makers tried to get an early start in the year by picking immature buds.
Regardless of the origin, white tea was known as the Emperor’s Tea during the Song Dynasty and was reserved solely for the royal court. Cakes of white tea were ground into a fine powder then whisked into water, oftentimes along with jasmine or spices. It was later during the Qing Dynasty that white tea was steeped in water.
White Tea Recipes
Ingredients
- 8 Emperor's 100% White Tea Bags
- 2 cups of water, just short of boiling
- Cucumber for garnish
- Mint for garnish
Emperor's 100% White Cucumber Mint Refresher
White tea can be used to make a variety of recipes.
Our favorite, is the Emperor's 100% White Cucumber Mint Refresher.
How to Make
1. Steep 8 tea bags Emperor’s 100% White Tea Bags in 2 cups of water just short of boiling for 1 minute.
2. Remove tea bags and add 2 cups ice.
3. Shake in a classic beverage shaker, pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish with mint and cucumber.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2025
Love it! Great taste.. try it with the orange flavor. I don't steep it very long so it doesn't have a harsh flavor. I feel like it helps me keep my weight off. I have tried various brands but this is my favorite. Hopefully yours too!
PhiloGal
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2025
This is a subtle, mellow tea with a lovely taste and fragrance. It has a very small amount of caffeine that’s great for an afternoon pick me up without being too caffeinated (sadly I can no longer have it for this reason).
mach3833
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
One of the best white teas I have drank in many years. Very soothing. Make sure not to boil the water over170 degrees. Very pleased with my purchase.
Michael and Ashley
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2024
Overall, the tea is fine and maybe my expectations were higher than they should have been. The orange blossom flavor could barely be tasted. Maybe with enough steeping it would be more noticeable. The packaging is nice and the product is well done. I'll try a couple of the other flavors and see if it's just the orange blossom that is bland.
Mary A.
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2024
The flavor lasts and perfumes the room, as well.
Super Fan
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2024
White tea is healthier than green tea, and these flavors are wonderful. I use it hot in the winter and cold in the summer. A healthy alternative that taste great. Amazing
Nova P.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2024
Great packaging to keep fresh. The flavour is mild and very refreshing
Karyn Meyer-Berthel
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2023
Very smooth and soft tea, hints of orange blossom, subtle white tea flavor. Perfect without sweetners or honey. Favorite low low caffeine tea. A good tea to get if you want to introduce teas into your diet, but cannot tolerate green or black teas.
Lotte
Reviewed in Canada on February 8, 2019
Will buy again.
Estela Rivera
Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2015
Is the first time that I try this tea is amazing nice test good to drink it before going to sleep I recommended helped my son for sleeping problems thank you!!!
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