Sunday, August 12, 2012

White Whisper

In addition to fine CTC (cut tear curl) black teas, Kenya has been producing orthodox white teas that rival Chinese Silver Needles (Bao Hao Yin Zhen).   White Whisper's leaves are a little larger and paler than Silver Needles'.   This tea pairs delightfully well with Brie. 

White Whisper
Type:  White Tea     Producing Country: Kenya      Preparation:  85°C 4 Min

Dry Leaf:  Mushrooms and wood are the characteristics.
Wet Leaf:  The leaves are honey and peachy. 
Liquor:      The very pale liquor is refined, fresh, light, sweet, and peachy.  It is also lightly gingery.   

Tee Score: 4 out of 5