Snowbud white tea from Adagio.com is a very relaxing tea that produces a light sweet vegetal flavor that is not as noticeable as White Peony tea and remains more on the delicate side.
At first, I thought this tea was a bit bland, but a second cup somehow revealed its calmer side as its delicate notes revealed themselves. The vegetal tones are not strong at all making this white loose tea yet another perfect starter for newcomers to this beverage.
I found that water temperature plays an important role when steeping this tea, and you definitely want to avoid adding boiling water. For this tea variety, after you bring to a boil, let the pot cool for a whole minute and make sure it is on the right 175 to 185 steaming zone.
I believe the first time I prepared this, I burned the leaves a bit letting out more of a “tangy-grassier” (tannins) taste. Also, steeping for 3 to 5 minutes is perfect! Even though the tin suggests 7 minutes, I do not believe it will become any stronger, so stick with less time.
This variety is grown in the Fujian Province of China and is a calming beverage that is worth checking out if white tea is your choice. The airy aroma and light flavor pleasantly stimulates the senses and provides a relaxing tea experience.
This white tea is pretty good if you're in the mood for something light with little caffeine when spending a quite evening with a book or other favorite pass times.
Also, if adding honey, do no more than half a teaspoon!
