White Tea

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What is White Tea?

White tea is unique as it is one of the least processed versions of tea using the youngest possible leaves and buds such as the Camellia Sinensis plant which is introduced to very little oxidation which allows it to deliver delicate levels of flavor and the highest possible levels of antioxidants which are amazing for your body. Our Serene Tree Apothecary expertly crafts our white tea right here in Virginia on our farm on the Eastern Shore. We painstakingly take care of every single detail to ensure everything you get is hand made including our fresh White Tea collection which results in better health benefits and taste than you can get from other brands that use lower quality big batch processes that result in their tea leaves being stored for months or years before getting to you, ours are made to order in our small town store by people with generations of experience.

Types of White Tea

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Bai Mudan White Tea

Bai Mundan White tea is essentially another name for White Peony tea which is a very popular type of tea which is made from the very first leaves and buds of the plant which allows for the highest levels of flavor and fruity aroma. Bai Mudan is also known for having a sweet and well rounded flavor that is exceptionally welcomed by those who are new to white teas. With moderate caffeine content and an easy-smooth taste, Bai Mudan is an exceptional tea to try.

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White Pine Needle Tea

Our Apothecary’s White Pine Needle Tea is not technically a true white tea but is known as an herbal infusion made from pine needles known as the Eastern White Pine (Pinus Strobus) and is very well known for its ability to create early fresh flavors that contain rich levels of vitamin c and antioxidants that are incredibly beneficial to the body and immune defense. If you’re someone that’s looking for a tea that not only has rich flavors but can also promote things like your immune system, respiratory health and detoxification, then this may be worth a sip!

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White Peony Tea

Our White Peony Tea is really just another name for Bai Mudan but the difference is the Peony utilizes young white tea leaves and buds to create a flavorful and complex profile that features notes of natural honey, flowers, and fresh grass. This tea is rather robust in its flavor levels and loved by many for its rich source of antioxidants and polyphenols which provide amazing benefits to the body and immune support.

White Tea FAQ

Does White Tea Have Caffeine?

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    Yes, our Apothecary White Teas contain caffeine unless otherwise noted on the product and on average most white teas can have roughly 15-30mg of caffeine per cup as opposed to other more caffeinated teas such as black tea or green tea containing up to 90mg in some instances. So if you’re looking for a clean-medium pick-me-up, then white tea may be the right choice for you.

Which is More Anti Inflammatory Green Tea or White Tea?

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    Although both green tea and white tea have anti-inflammatory properties, white tea comes up as the clear winner due to its higher concentration of a chemical called catechins, this allows greater ability to reduce inflammation and help the body with its defenses.

White Tea Benefits:

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    White Tea’s are packed full of antioxidants, can help with skin health, heart health, weight loss & management and finally immune support. The White tea leaves are so rich in vitamins and health supporting properties due to the freshness in which we harvest the leaves and immediately package them once ready and ship them to your door providing peak freshness to be enjoyed.

Green Tea vs White Tea

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If you’re looking for the main differences between green tea and white tea, then we will have the main ideas listed below:
  • Processing: – White tea is processed earlier on than green tea which allows for higher concentrations of minerals and antioxidants to remain in the plant.
  • Flavor Levels: – White tea generally has a stronger, sweeter and more delicate flavor profile than green tea as green tea has more often mild grassy notes.
  • Caffeine Content: – Green Tea has larger quantities of caffeine per cup than white teas.
  • Antioxidant Content: – Both teas have strong amounts of antioxidants, however white tea on average has more antioxidants per cup than green tea.
  • Health Benefits: – Drinking white tea can provide a host of health benefits such as weight loss, anti inflammatory benefits, heart health, respiratory health and more.