WHITE TEA STORY:_x000D_\n_x000D_\nWhite tea is a type of tea made from the youngest and most tender leaves and buds of the Camellia sinensis plant. It is minimally processed and is the least oxidized of all tea varieties, resulting in a very delicate flavor and light color. White tea is harvested before the leaves have fully opened and while they are still covered in fine white hairs, which give the tea its name. After harvesting, the leaves are lightly withered and dried, either by sun-drying or with the use of low heat. This minimal processing allows the tea to retain a high level of antioxidants, such as catechins and polyphenols, which may have potential health benefits. White tea is often described as having a delicate and subtle flavor profile with floral and fruity notes, and a slightly sweet aftertaste. Because of its delicate nature, it is often recommended to brew white tea with water that is heated to a lower temperature than other tea varieties and for a shorter period of time. White tea is also often enjoyed without the addition of milk or sweeteners to fully appreciate its subtle flavors._x000D_\n_x000D_\nTASTE:_x000D_\n_x000D_\nFlavor is on the light side but with lots of potential complexity: it can have fruity, floral, herbal, grassy, and hay-like notes._x000D_\n_x000D_\n