Thai Wild Tea Tree White Tea (Spring 2024): A Fresh and Aromatic Delight
This Thai Wild Tea Tree White Tea, crafted from 1 bud, 1 leaf picks of wild-growing trees, delivers a flavor profile reminiscent of Baihao Yinzhen, yet with a unique grassy character and exceptional balance. Sun-dried for a natural finish, this tea offers a refreshing and aromatic experience that highlights the quality of Thai wild tea trees. Fresh, aromatic and refreshing - a truly good quality white tea.
Description
Leaf Appearance and Aroma
- Leaves: Young leaves and buds covered with fine fuzz, a hallmark of their tender age.
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Aroma:
- Dry Leaves: Fresh and floral, with hints of smoke, creaminess, and a touch of spicy anise. These aromas, similar to young Sheng tea, reflect the wild tree material and sun-dried processing.
- Heated and Wet Leaves: Sweet, sugary notes emerge, evolving into a pleasant floral sweetness with hints of cashew nuts during infusions.
Flavor Profile
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Taste:
- Fresh, sugar-sweet with delicate bitterness from the buds.
- Balanced and aromatic, delivering a refreshing and satisfying experience.
- Consistency: Slightly thick, soft, and smooth with a sugary, syrupy texture.
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Aromas and Notes:
- Dominantly floral and sugary, with hints of sugarcane, vanilla, and sugar syrup.
- Subtle undertones of cashew nuts and spices, including anise, add depth and character.
- Initial infusions are strong but mellow into a smoother, softer profile in later steeps.
Tea Details
- Origin: Thailand
- Year: Spring 2024
Brewing Instructions
Western Brewing
- Temperature: 90°C
- Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5g per 250ml
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Steeping Times:
- First infusion: 1.5 minutes
- Second infusion: 2 minutes
- Third infusion: 4 minutes
Gongfu Brewing
- Temperature: 90°C (increase to 96°C for later infusions)
- Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5g per 100ml
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Steeping Process:
- First Infusion: Brew for 25 seconds.
- Subsequent Infusions: Add 10–15 seconds for each additional steeping.
Why Choose Thai Wild Tea Tree White Tea?
This white tea’s combination of fresh floral sweetness, delicate bitterness, and syrupy smoothness makes it an exceptional choice for tea lovers. Its unique processing and wild tree origins create a complex, aromatic tea that is both refreshing and satisfying, perfect for any tea collection.