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This South Indian Silver Needle White Tea Fetched A Premium @ An International Tea Auction

Tea was first discovered by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong way back in 2732 B.C. But Assam region in India is also considered as an origin of tea based on historic evidences. Tea is native to Assam & It is a way of life in India. Later on, South India was also started to produce some wonderful teas. This news is about a Silver Needle White Tea from Tamil Nadu which fetched a premium at an international auction. As REPUBLICWORLD.COM had reported, A Silver Needle White tea from Tamil Nadu’s Coonoor was put for sale at an international tea auction recently, where this great tea fetched an attractive price of Rs.16, 400 (US$ 220) for a kilogram.

Image Credit: Tea Board India, REPUBLICWORLD.COM & Avataa Tea

This white tea powder was produced by Avataa tea from the Billimalai Tea Estate. This special tea powder has set the record for being sold at the highest price in the whole of South India. The silver needle white tea powder was put up for sale along with other tea leaves and powders for the bidding organized by the Coonoor Tea Trade Association (CTTA) as a part of its celebration of International Tea Day. Coonoor belongs to Nilgiri ranges, is well known for the variety of tea it manufactures.

The white tea buds are plucked before the sunrise with occupied snow. Only about 5 kg of leaf tip green tea can be procured from a cultivation tea of ​​about 10 acres (4Ha). The buds are then continuously processed at a certain temperature to produce a kg of white tea called the Silver Needle. At the event, 4 kg silver needle white tea had gone up in the auction and the same has been reserved for exporters.

According to Avtaa, its White Tea has multiple benefits. ” Packed with antioxidants and vitamins for diabetes, weight loss and detox/cleanse.50 grams/25 cups (loose leaf tea),” it mentioned on its website. ” The brew is fragrant with little to no colour. The aroma is light and refreshing with a soothing after taste.Its mild and soothing flavour relaxes your mind and body from in and out leaving you feeling energised,” the firm added. 

Click here…….to learn more about Nilgiri Tea

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/whats-viral/tamil-nadus-silver-needle-white-tea-sold-for-rs16400-per-kg-at-international-tea-auction.html
  2. Company Website: https://avataatea.com/
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European Union Representatives Visited Ceylon White Tea Plantation

Tea is the most popular beverage after water. Among all the tea types, White Tea is considered as one of the healthiest due to it’s minimal processing. Original white teas like silver needle / silver tips, Bai Mu Tan etc are coming from Fujian province of China mainland. In addition to that I have also experienced the unique taste of wild white tea from Yunnan province of China where tea was first discovered by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong about 5000 years back. Still world renowned Ceylon Tea has got a history of 152 years. But it’s amazing the way that tea plant adopted to local Sri Lankan conditions to become one of the finest tasting Black teas in the world. White tea is something which is new to Sri Lanka. But thanks to Herman Teas Ceylon White Teas are also world renowned at the moment. By identifying the value of this ethical business, European Union representatives visited Herman Tea’s white tea plantation situated in the Down South of Sri Lanka (Ceylon).

Image Credit: Ceylon White Tea Plantation’s Official Face Book Page

Representative had the pleasure of Tasting Ceylon White Teas as well as other tea types produced at the plantation. The signature product of this plantation is ‘Virgin White Tea’, a tea never touched by humans, and has caught the attention of tea enthusiasts all over the globe. Virgin White Tea is acclaimed for its uniqueness by many luxury tea connoisseurs. A lab analysis done by SGS of Switzerland revealed that ‘Herman Virgin White’ has an anti-oxidant content of 10.11%, which is said to be the highest naturally occurring content of anti-oxidants in any beverage. It’s a claim, but still this tea is extremely healthy. This wonderful tea was also presented by Jane Pettigrew at the World Expo in Las Vegas and won praise and appreciation. Ceylon Souchong, Saphire Oolong, and Flowery Cammellia are some of other teas produced at the estate factory.

EU Representatives Visited the Plantation
Image Credit: Ceylon White Tea Plantation

Credentials of White Tea Plantation

  •  Award by the National Chamber of Exporters as the Best small scale exporter.
  •  ‘Most innovative teas in the world at The Anuga Food Fair’ in Cologne Germany.
  •  Virgin white tea is marketed and served at several luxury tea boutiques around the world, and amongst them is the coveted luxury tea salon Mariage Frères International of Faubourg Saint Honore, Paris.

The Estate has been in the family of Tea Connoisseur Mr. Herman Gunaratne for more than 100 years. It was once a part of a large plantation of 2200 acres and in 1974 with the nationalization of British plantations 1000 acres were taken over by the government and 1000 acres was lost by predecessor (who was the President of the Suicide club at that time, an informal association of gamblers) on the roll of the dice. Hence currently this white estate only comprises of a lush tea cultivation of 200 acres, of which tea is grown on 150 acres and the remaining 50 acres of the plantation consists of Rubber, Cinnamon, Pepper and Coconut.

European Union nations love to sip good teas. So I am quite certain that European Union representatives must have been really impressed with this tea plantation.

More about Herman Teas: https://hermanteas.com/

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References

1.Herman Tea’s Official Website: https://hermanteas.com/

2.Herman Tea’s Official Face Book Page: https://www.facebook.com/VirginWhiteTea/

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Black, Oolong, Green and White Tea: What’s the Difference? (video)

Tea is the second most popular beverage in the world after water. All Black, Oolong, Green and White Teas are coming from the same plant. So what makes those tea types different even though all of them are descending from the same source ? By providing an answer, American Chemistry Society (https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en.html) has released a video in order to educate consumers.

Credit: American Chemistry Society https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en.html

Tea is a rich source of antioxidants which are polyphenols in nature. Catechins are the main form of poly-phenols present in tea green leaves. During Black tea processing, these catechins are converted naturally in to theaflavins (A Poly-phenol) and a part of theaflavins (A Poly-phenol) are further oxidized in to Thearubigins. Poly-phenol oxidase (PPO) is the enzyme responsible for this reaction. This reaction initiates once the leaf is twisted or broken at rolling process. You must have observed the colour change of apple (In to a brown colour) once it cuts in to pieces and keep for a while. Yes, this is the same reaction.

Source: https://pubs.rsc.org/

During Green Tea manufacture, the action of PPO is restricted by denaturing the enzyme with heat. Oolong tea is partially oxidized. White teas like Silver tips are manufactured with apical terminal bud. There is hardly any rolling for white tea. So no fermentation occurs. The white colour comes from the pubescence present under the leaf.

Most important thing is nothing added artificially during any of above tea manufacture. Therefore no matter whether it’s Black, Oolong, Green or White tea. Enjoy your humble cuppa. Cheers !

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References

1.Video: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/2019/april/white-green-black-and-oolong-tea-whats-the-difference-video.html

2.Picture: https://pubs.rsc.org/

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Latest White Tea Blend from Stash Tea, USA

The upward trend for tea in the US is quite clear now. Stash Tea (One of the most reputed tea company in USA) has introduced a new white tea—Elderflower Citrus blend at the 2019 Winter Fancy Food Show held in San Francisco, California. Guided by thriving consumer desire for floral flavors, Stash’s tea makers spent many hours carefully perfecting the subtle nuances of this special blend. This new tea blend expands the white tea category in Stash’s line-up—a portfolio that includes a wide range of black, green, oolong teas and herbal infusions.

Elderflower Citrus white tea blend joins recently launched green tea blends namely Asian Pear Harmony and Sweet Honeydew, rounding out a unique trio of fruit-infused blends. Included in Stash’s premium line of tea bags, this artfully blended collection is Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher and manufactured with all-natural, gluten-free ingredients.

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Elderflower Citrus

The mild and distinctly sweet floral flavor of elderflower blossom goes perfectly with white tea. The bright flavor of Japanese yuzu adds a fresh citrus note for a well-rounded and inspiring blend.

Asian Pear Harmony

Simple but alluring, this light blend draws out the true beauty of Japanese-style green tea and juicy Asian pear. This tea will bring a melody to your heart and a calm to your soul.

Sweet Honeydew

The subtle flavor of Japanese-style green tea is a perfect complement for the sweetness of ripe honeydew melon. Enjoy this refreshing blend hot or over ice for a cooling summer treat.

These new teas were introduced at the Winter Fancy Food Show, one of the largest specialty food industry trade events in North America held from Jan. 13 – Jan. 15, 2019.

References

1.Original post: https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2019/stash-tea-to-introduce-elderflower-citrus-white-tea-at-winter-fancy-food-show/

2.Company website: https://www.stashtea.com/

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Retired US Navy SEAL Officer Launches Jocko White Tea

10 PACK OF 16 OZ (Cans) 

Jocko Tea – Pomegranate

Pre-brewed Jocko Tea in cans for immediate iced enjoyment.

Jocko White Tea (as mentioned on Jocko Podcast) - TIN 25 CT

Contains

Total contents: 160 oz (4732 ml)

Contains 10 x 16 OZ (473 ml) ready to drink cans of tea

Ingredients

Organic White Tea,  Organic Hibiscus, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Dried Pomegranate, and Organic Natural Flavors

​Jocko White Tea – Pomegranate (Tea Bags)

​Jocko White Tea (as mentioned on Jocko Podcast) - TIN 25 CT

Contains

Net Wt 1.5 OZ (42g)

Contains 25 individually wrapped tea bags

Certified Organic.

Ingredients

Organic White Tea, Organic Hibiscus, Organic Lemongrass, Organic Dried Pomegranate, and Organic Natural Flavors

​Directions

Boil 8 oz of water.

Pour water over 1 bag of Jocko Tea.
Brew for 3-5 min. Enjoy hot or over ice.

This initiation is great evidence for the growing popularity of specialty tea based innovative products. Being an organic and real brewed product, these two items will get popular among health conscious consumers around the US.

Original Source and More Info: https://www.jockotea.com/

Available for Purchasing: https://www.ebay.com/str/jockotea

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