Sakuma White

In addition to green and oolong teas, Sakuma Brothers Farms Inc. in Skagit Valley, Washington State, also produces a white tea.   Comparing the dried leaves of Sakuma's three teas, it is obvious that the white tea has gone through minimum processes.   The leaves of Sakuma White may look like something that one will find around a garden path but they are harvested at the farm in June and sun-dried.  They contain mostly leaves and some young buds.

The 'taste' perception of Sakuma White is between Silver Needles and Bai Mu Dan.   It is smooth, well-rounded and has a sweet fruity aroma.  It is finer than its two siblings.

Sakuma white (top) green (left) oolong (right)

Sakuma White

Type:  White      Producing Country: USA    Preparation:  90°C 3Min

Dry Leaf:  These natural leaves are green with brown edges or areas.  They are raisiny and plummy.
Wet Leaf:  The nose of the wet leaves is definitely apricots.
Liquor:      The tea is straw or yellow in color.  Its aroma are dried-fruity.  It is light and smooth with a pleasant sweet undertone.

Tee Score: 4 out of 5