Grown at the higher elevations of the Guo Shan Mountains along the coast of Fujian Province, this tea was introduced by Buddhist monks who cultivated fields surrounding their monastery. In time, the tea became a source of revenue for the monastery as well as providing stimulation for the monks during sessions of meditation. A white tea cultivar minimally processed and using the full leaf, this tea is one of China's most natural teas. Note the slight yellow leaf coloration. This results from the leaves absorbing moisture in the days leading to harvest. Harvest date mid-April 2025.
Lot Notes. This year's lot was purchased in the second week of April. Temperatures along the coast of China were varied, turning very warm then cooling, This lot offered its classic "sweet" note. The leaves are a soft green coloration.
Tea Facts. DMWC is a white tea cultivar developed and grown along the coast of Fujian Province. Our source farm is at an elevation of about 500 meters. Tea is primarily grown for domestic consumption and not for export.
Tasting Notes. With minimal processing, the result is a mix of delicate, lightly fragrant green leaves offering a liquor suggestive of honey with a smooth, round mouth feel. Tea offers a lingering sweet aftertaste. A refreshing, light beverage, it goes well with baked goods and foods in general.
Brewing Suggestions. A round tablespoon or 3 grams per 6-8 ounces of water will yield a full-bodied cup. Use water in temperature range of 185-205 F and steep for 2.5 to 3 minutes. If you drain the water from the leaves between steeps, you will get additional steeps.
SKU: W-DMWC-2
White Tea
Add 30 seconds for each successive steep — flavors evolve.
White teas are produced in a brief window of time in the spring. The best whites are prized as they consist entirely of sweet buds. These teas are minimally processed in two steps – withering and drying.
Steeped white tea is delicate, extremely refreshing, and considered to contain less caffeine. The leaves will open to fresh floral, herbaceous, naturally sweet, and honey-like flavors. A stronger cup can be attained by extending the steep time.