White Tea

White Tea

Experience the true taste of luxury with white tea from Newby. White tea is often a blend of young or minimally-processed tea leaves, primarily grown in China’s Fujian province. Deliciously creamy, our Silver Needle tea is softly aromatic while White Peony is a comforting blend with sweet notes of honey.

4 products
  • White Peony Loose Leaf Pouch 75g White Peony Loose Leaf Pouch 75g
    White Tea
    White peony loose leaf pouch 75g

    An aromatic and refreshing cup of fine tea with sweet notes of honey.

    £29.50
    £29.50
  • Silver Needle Loose Leaf Pouch 100g Silver Needle Loose Leaf Pouch 100g
    White Tea
    Silver needle loose leaf pouch 100g

    A fine tea from Fujian Province, delicate and creamy, with a honey-melon aroma.

    £47.00
    £47.00
  • Midnight Rose By Matthew Williamson - 50g Midnight Rose By Matthew Williamson - 50g
    Midnight rose by matthew williamson - 50g

    A refreshing Nepalese white tea from the Himalayas, blended with rose petals.

    £38.50
    £38.50
  • Midnight Rose Gift Box By Matthew Williamson Midnight Rose Gift Box By Matthew Williamson
    Midnight rose gift box by matthew williamson

    A Nepalese white tea with rose petals, presented in a gift box.

    £40.00
    £40.00

White tea FAQs

Can you drink white tea every day?

Yes, you can drink white tea every day. It’s a gentle tea with a mild flavor and lower caffeine content compared to black or green teas, making it suitable for daily consumption. It’s also rich in antioxidants, contributing to overall wellness.

Why is white tea hard to find?

White tea is harder to find due to its delicate production process and lower yield. Made exclusively from young buds, which are hand-picked and minimally processed, its limited production and high-quality standards contribute to its rarity and exclusivity.

What is another name for white tea?

Another name for white tea is "bai cha" (白茶). In Chinese, "bai" (白) means white, and "cha" (茶) means tea. Therefore, "bai cha" translates to "white tea," reflecting its light color and delicate flavor from young buds.

Where to purchase white tea?

You can purchase white tea from Newby Teas via our website, where we offer the highest quality of Silver Needle and White Peony. Our white tea is also available in select Newby boutiques in the UK and Switzerland, as well as luxury retailers such as Selfridges and Harrods.

Which type of white tea is best?

The best white tea is Silver Needle (Bai Hao Yin Zhen), celebrated for its delicate flavor and premium quality. It consists of uniform, needle-like silvery tips with no stems or leaves. The tea yields a pale yellow infusion with notes of melon, honey, and a slightly creamy taste. White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) is also premium, offering a fuller taste and aroma, providing a distinct experience.