Organic Nepal White Tea
We’re delighted to offer an outstanding organic white tea from the Kanchanjangha Tea Estate and Research Center (KTERC) in Nepal, which also produces our Organic Nepal Black Tea and Organic Nepal Green Tea. Nestled in the Himalayan foothills of Mt. Kanchanjangha at an altitude of 3,900 - 5,000 feet above sea level, KTERC is the first tea estate in Nepal to receive organic certification. This exceptional white tea consists of hand-picked and lightly twisted silvery-green downy tea buds. The resulting liquor offers a tantalizing cup brimming with delicate floral notes, hints of vanilla, muscatel, and a buttery smooth finish.
Named “Prakash” by the KTERC, meaning "bright light" in Nepali, this is also the middle name of the founder's father, Mr. Deepak Prakash Banskota. Mr. Banskota is the visionary behind Kanchanjangha Tea Estate and Research Center and has been a beacon of leadership, pioneering the organic and cooperative movements in Nepal. He also served the nation as the State Minister for Home Affairs. KTERC takes great pride in naming this premium white tea after him, honoring his legacy of enlightenment and progress.
Ingredients: organic Nepalese white tea
Origin: Kanchanjangha Estate, Panchthar, Nepal
High altitudes and hilly tea gardens have made Nepal an important country for tea production. Tea has been growing here since the 1800s, and in the 1900s Nepal supplied parts of Darjeeling with tea. Often interchanged for one another on the market, tea from Darjeeling and Nepal do have different flavor profiles and Darjeeling has gone to great lengths to try to distinguish itself from its close neighbor. Orthodox tea production in Nepal has had a great influence on its economy, with many farmers transitioning to growing only tea. The Kanchanjangha Tea Estate and Research Center is considered to be one of the pioneers of organic farming in Nepal and is also the first certified organic tea garden in Nepal. It is located in Ranitar in the remote hilly region of Panchthar district. Today, more than 600 farmers are employed by the KTERC which provides free schooling for their children and free housing for all.
Read our field notes from our visit to Kanchanjangha!
Steeping Instructions
At Arbor Teas, we believe tea should be brewed to suit your personal taste. We’re happy to make recommendations to get you started, but don’t hesitate to experiment! When brewing your tea, your main considerations are tea quantity, water temperature, and steeping time. We recommend green and white teas to be steeped for 2 to 3 minutes in water heated to not-quite-boiling, just as bubbles begin to form on the bottom of the pan (approximately 170 to 180 degrees F). For the best flavor, use fresh water whenever possible. Try not to steep your tea longer than necessary, as you’ll extract undesirable bitterness from the leaves. If you want a stronger brew, don’t steep longer, just use more tea. And don’t forget to re-steep your tea leaves to get the most out of your leaf!
Looking for more info? Check out our How-To Guides and Eco-Brewing Tips!
Staff Perspectives
Lea
"This white tea makes an incredibly delicious cold brew iced tea. The delicate flavor notes sparkle on your palate for a lively yet smooth sipping sensation. So refreshing!"
L’Oreal
"A very light brew that makes me think of pink tea roses on a misty day. Tingles the tip of the tongue while leaving a juicy mouth feel."
Aly
”A gentle but juicy white tea that envelops the palate with soft floral and muscat tones, and tantalizes the tongue."
Health Benefits
Like all true tea, white tea offers many potential health benefits. Research has found that tea (Camellia sinensis) can have many positive effects on human health, including improved cardiovascular function, cancer risk reduction, improved immune function, improved oral health, and help with weight management. Tea is also full of polyphenols, which are a class of antioxidant that help your body maintain homeostasis and balance your stress levels. Researchers have also found that when applied topically, white tea may help prevent wrinkles and protect from sun damage. It’s also been demonstrated that white tea extract can inhibit the production of fat.
For more information about the health benefits of white tea, and for direct sources of the above information, check out our Tea Health Benefits page!
Please note: the information above is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
