Young leaves (new growth buds) that have undergone no oxidation; the buds may be protected from sunlight to avoid formation of chlorophyll. White tea is produced in lesser quantities than most other styles, and can be correspondingly more expensive than tea from the same plant processed by other methods. It is less well known in countries outside of China, though this is altering with increased western interest in natural or finest teas.
White tea
Young leaves (new growth buds) that have undergone no oxidation; the buds may be protected from sunlight to avoid formation of chlorophyll. White tea is produced in lesser quantities than most other styles, and can be correspondingly more expensive than tea from the same plant processed by other methods. It is less well known in countries outside of China, though this is altering with increased western interest in natural or finest teas.
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