In 1841, Archibald Campbell planted camellia sinensis in the Darjeeling area under the employment of the East India
Company. The motivation behind this experiment was to find a tea substitute that wasn’t grown in China. These British
efforts bore fruit, improved tea production, and among other varieties become a catalyst to the creation of
white tea in this region.
White tea is a speciality tea, which contains the buds of the tea plants, instantly steamed or fired after withering.
Although white tea is grown in different areas, the white
Darjeeling tea is
grown in Northeastern India, near the Himalayan Mountains in the Darjeeling region, protected by GI certificate.
Health Benefits of White Tea:
When it comes to a healthier tea flavour, green tea instantly comes into mind. However, the latest studies suggest
that white offer even more benefits than green tea. According to studies, white tea consumption is most effective
when you drink around two to four cups per day.
White tea is particularly effective against the common cold. Getting ill frequently is a telltale sign of a weak
immune system. White tea contains a large amount of antioxidants, boosting your
immune system
to a considerable extent.
White tea is rich in amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, making it useful when it comes to soothing the lining of
the digestive tract. It also speeds up metabolism, which makes digesting foods easier. Additionally, Japanese
scientists have found that white tea helps to treat depression.
What Makes White Tea Different?
Unlike other Darjeeling teas, the white tea is mostly made of the unopened downy buds. Manufacturers steam the
leaves to activate oxidation and proceed ahead by drying it. This is why the white tea retains a higher
concentration of catechins, which are usually present in fresh tea leaves. With white tea, the little buds that
form on the plant are covered with silver hairs, giving the tea its colour.
Another thing that makes white tea different is that it is the least processed of all teas. This is why it offers
higher medicinal benefits than other teas. Although the Darjeeling tea plant has Chinese roots, the Indian soil
has imparted a unique flavour and fragrance to it.
White tea with Caffeine
White tea contains caffeine, but it’s 15% lower in quantity than the traditional
green tea. On average, one cup (250 mL) of white tea can contain around 6-55 mg of caffeine. The exact amount of caffeine
depends on the type, brand, size, temperature, and its manufacturing process.
Why Is White Tea Better?
White tea comes with light and sweet taste with less astringency than black or green tea. Due to its better taste,
it’s more desirable than other types of tea. Doctors often advise to cut down on coffee consumption to prevent
caffeine overdose. With white tea, you don’t have to make any compromises due to its lower caffeine contents.
Have you made up your mind to try out the white tea? At Golden Tips Teas we have an exotic range of white teas, find a
perfect cup for your taste.
