White tea: buy quality white tea online

"Discover the elegance and subtlety of white tea, a noble exceptional beverage harvested entirely by hand, revered for its delicacy and aromatic nuances."

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I am Arnaud Sion

Founder of Comptoir de Toamasina — Tea specialist

I traveled to China and Asia to understand the world of tea and explore its plantations. It is in the field that one realizes the nobility of this plant: tea is one of the rare exceptional beverages where harvesting is done entirely by hand. There is no machine like for coffee that can preserve the delicacy of young shoots and buds.

Purity & elegance

White tea is the least processed of all teas. It offers a purity and tranquility reminiscent of the most peaceful tea gardens.

Hand harvesting

Preserved artisanal know-how: buds picked one by one by hand in the plantations to preserve all their finesse.

Treasure of benefits

Beyond its subtle flavors, our white teas are a true treasure of benefits for the body and mind.

Our selection of quality white teas invites you on a unique sensory journey to the heart of Asian traditions. Buy online and let yourself be seduced by the sweetness and freshness of our exceptional white teas, selected for their irreproachable quality and delicacy on the palate.

Pai Mu Tan White Tea Special China

Pai Mu Tan White Tea Special China

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White tea from China with large clear leaves with lots of white buds. A sweet and flowery infusion. Sold in 50g box Tea power: 3/10 Main notes: a flowery tea To savor: Afternoon and evening Buy the highest quality Pai mu Tan bench tea at the best price at Comptoir de Toamasina. It is a precious white tea that comes from the Fujian region of China. China...
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Online white tea shop: discover where to buy exceptional white tea

Looking for superior quality white tea? Le Comptoir de Toamasina, expert in vanilla and fine teas, opens the doors to a world where tea is king. We invite you to explore our carefully selected collection, from the downy young shoots of Yunnan to the long silvery buds of China's Fujian province.

It is worth knowing that white tea is the finest of all teas and will provide you with a unique tasting experience.

Comptoir's commitment

Our commitment? To offer you an unparalleled taste experience with flavored, lightly oxidized white teas that are rich in antioxidants. Whether you are looking for a fruity white tea, a floral white tea, or a white tea to serve iced for a refreshing beverage, our online shop is your premier destination.

Yin Zhen (Silver Needles)

Consisting exclusively of buds picked one by one by hand, offering controlled astringency and strict respect for ancestral traditions.

White Peony (Bai Mu Dan)

A harmonious blend of buds and young leaves offering smooth, rounded, and floral aromas.

Delicate Oolongs

A subtle marriage between the finesse of white tea and the aromatic richness of blue-green tea.

Every year, we renew our range to awaken your senses and delight your taste buds. Buy in bulk or in pouches, and let yourself be carried away by the finesse of our white teas, delicately hand-picked and air-dried to preserve their unique aroma. Enjoy rare and precious teas, low in caffeine, and let white tea take you on a sensory journey.

What is white tea?

White tea emerges as a lightly oxidized variety (around 12%), originating from the Fujian region in China. It stands out for its remarkable purity and finesse. After green tea, it represents the category of tea with the least oxidation, placing it between green tea and blue tea (or Oolong).

Traditional white tea harvests are rare and precious, particularly Baihao Yinzhen, composed exclusively of buds. Loose-leaf white tea production involves a specific drying technique of the leaves of the tea plant, an evergreen tree native to the Far East. This plant, belonging to the Theaceae family, is now cultivated worldwide for its antioxidant-rich leaves.

Compared to other categories, white tea undergoes very light oxidation. Indeed, it retains most of its nutrients, being the tea that undergoes the fewest post-harvest transformations. Compared to black and green teas, its oxidation level does not exceed 12%. This characteristic stems from its minimal processing, thus preserving a large proportion of the enzymes responsible for its unique profile.

It is worth noting that this oxidation remains superficial, limited to the surface of the leaves due to the low degree of processing they undergo (notably the absence of rolling). Thanks to this traditional method inherited from Fujian producers, a large part of the active compounds contained in tea leaves is preserved.

How to prepare white tea?

White tea, renowned for its delicacy and premium character, requires special attention during preparation. Here are our expert tips:

Golden rules of preparation

  • Water temperature: It is essential not to steep white tea in boiling water, but rather in water at a temperature between 65°C and 75°C (149°F to 167°F). This temperature range is ideal for preserving the antioxidant properties of the leaf and its delicacy.
  • Teapot choice: The ideal teapot for preparing white tea is porcelain or cast iron, as these materials retain heat well. It is not recommended to use an unglazed clay teapot (which absorbs delicate aromas). Leave the tea leaves loose so they can fully expand.
  • Brewing time: The virtues of white tea reveal themselves gradually. To achieve a quality infusion, it is advised to let the tea steep for 5 to 15 minutes. Steep time can vary according to your taste preferences.
  • Tasting: White tea offers a pale yellow to golden liquor. It is best enjoyed without sugar or milk to fully appreciate its subtle aromas.

Frequently asked questions

Why shouldn't you steep white tea with boiling water?
Water that is too hot (above 75°C) destroys the most fragile antioxidants and scorches the delicate aromas of white tea. The ideal temperature is between 65°C and 75°C.
Why is tea harvested by hand unlike coffee?
Tea, and particularly white tea made of fragile buds, requires extreme precision. No machine can replace the human hand to meticulously select young shoots without damaging them.
Which teapot should you use to prepare white tea?
Opt for a porcelain, glass, or enamelled cast iron teapot. Avoid raw clay teapots, as clay absorbs the subtle aromas of white tea.
How long should you steep white tea?
White tea steeping is longer than for other teas: let it steep between 5 and 15 minutes depending on your preferences to extract all its nuances.