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orchard sampler
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silver sampler
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jasmine silver needle
91
silver needle
90
snowbud
86
white darjeeling
87
white peony
87
white symphony
86
white blueberry
88
white cucumber
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white grapefruit
82
white peach
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white pear
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white tangerine
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white tropics
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We apologize this tea is temporarily out of stock.
We are among the few companies to offer teas directly from origin. While this has the advantage of superior quality, the disadvantage is longer delivery times.

Estimated arrival date is the Autumn of 2011.
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Silver Sampler

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Description

A wonderful introduction to the wide range of white teas. Each sample makes about 5 cups of tea. This set includes (though subject to change without notification):

silver needle - Silver Needle white tea is among the most revered of Chinese teas. Gathered only for a few days in early spring, a dedication to perfection is evident in the pale, ivory colored liquor. Delicately honeysuckle floral, with a warmed sugar sweetness.
snowbud - White tea from Fujian, China, gathered in the early days of spring. An airy, light tea, which yields a cup worthy of its name: very delicate body, with a clean, barely sweet aroma and effervescent texture. Our lightest, most gentle tea.
white symphony - A delicate tea made from tea buds collected and withered prior to opening. It create a pale yellow, light bodied, yet complex cup with hints of honeydew and a faint floral sweetness.
jasmine silver needle - Young and elegant tea leaf buds with a whisper of jasmine. All the appeal and softly sweet nuances of a classic Silver Needle, enhanced with the aroma of night-blooming jasmine flowers. Airy flavor, delicate mouthfeel and pleasantly dry finish.

Customer Reviews

 | Negative: 12
 | Neutral: 79
Positive: 585
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Karen J.
Jan 29th '12

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"As someone with relatively little experience with white teas, this was a great way to try a few different ones."

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Pamela F.
Jan 21st '12

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"Wonderful variety. I enjoyed every sample, just not enough!"

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Adam H.
Jan 16th '12

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"This is an excellent set to try. I highly recommend serving this at your next gathering. Everyone will be very impressed."
[ 2 mins @ 150°F ]

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David S.
Jan 15th '12

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"This was an enjoyable introduction to white tea. I particularly enjoyed the White Peony, which had flowery hints and a slightly citrus aftertaste. The White Symphony was very smooth with a pleasant aftertaste reminiscent of goat cheese. My favorite was the White Needles, a tart and floral taste with perhaps an aftertaste of olives. The Jasmine White Needles was strongly floral with the most noticeable astringency of the group. Each tea has held up to multiple infusions, which has also been great. "
[ 4 mins @ 195°F ]

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Michael M.
Jan 12th '12

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"I liked 3 out of 4 of the teas. Often times very weak tea, and floral."

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Scott S.
Jan 12th '12

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"5 stars for the teas with the Pai Mu Tan (aka White Peony) being my favorite. 1 star for the overall value. (With barely .4 ounces of tea per package, I think this is a fair assessment.) "
[ 5 mins @ 180°F ]