White Tea - Introduction
White Tea is known to have originated in the Fujian Province of China, during the Tang dynasty. It is a rarity and is made from the youngest tealeaves or tea buds of the Camellia sinensis plant, before they begin to mature. White Tealeaves are neither cured nor oxidized. They are merely steamed. Therefore, it can be said that White Tea is the least processed tea. Due to its delicately sweet and silky flavor, it was one of the preferred beverages of Chinese royalty.
Types of White Teas from ChinaSilver Needle White Tea
White Peony Tribute Eyebrow
Noble Long Life Eyebrow
White Puerh Tea
There are some other varieties available from Sri Lanka, India, and Africa as well.
White Tea - Benefits
Rich in anti-oxidants and Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), White Teas are preferred for their high medicinal value. Few Benefits of White Tea are:
It has cancer fighting ability
It helps build the immune system
It has anti-viral and anti bacterial properties
It improves metabolic rate
It aids sleep and is a natural stress buster
It prevents tooth decay
Organic White Tea – The Concept
Organic White Tea is essentially cultivated by traditional all natural, eco-friendly farming methods. Conventional farmers use fertilizers, harmful pesticides, or genetically altering substances, which hamper the natural growth of the crop and are adverse for human & animal health too. Organic farming boycotts the use of chemicals and allows the crop to flourish normally.
Organic White Tea - Advantages
Assurance of Quality, Purity, and Safety - White Tea is not washed before packaging and neither can it be washed before use. Conventionally grown White Tea may absorb toxins and can pose health risk due to all the exposure to chemicals. Organic White Tea is pure and safe as the crop is not treated with any toxic chemicals
Superior Taste and Aroma - Many hormonal supplements are added to conventional crops to speed up their growth or enhance their appearance. This can fundamentally destroy the naturally smooth flavor and texture of White Tea. White Tea, grown organically, protects and maintains the natural, fresh aroma and innate flavors of the crop.
Green Turn - Conventional farming not only interferes with the crop, but also harms the soil and pollutes the air. Organic farming is done with completely environmentally safe practices. Choosing Organic White Tea can be your way to support the White Tea farmers, who work in harmony with the nature to produce the best crop possible.
So, next time you want a refreshing cup of White Tea choose the organic variety in order to relish its true taste and enjoy its full benefits.
