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.
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White Whisper |
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