Collection: Loose Leaf White Tea

We recommend brewing our white tea blends by first using only fresh, filtered water. Heat the water up to 175 degrees Fahrenheit (or 79 degrees Celcius).

Because it is such a delicate tea, avoid using boiling water, or the tea buds can get scorched and impair the subtle flavor.

Add one to two teaspoons of tea for every eight ounces or 240 mL of water you intend to use, depending on your preference.

Once you have boiled your water, use a French press or tea infuser to steep your preferred amount of tea for two to five minutes — steep for a shorter time if you desire a lighter flavor or longer for a much stronger depth.

Strain and serve the tea into your desired vessel and enjoy the light, subtle flavors of one of the Scented Leaf's best white tea blends.

Just as with any other loose-leaf tea, you should carefully store loose-leaf white tea in an air-tight container. This will prevent the young buds of your white tea from being exposed to moisture, dust, unsavory odors, and contaminated air.

In addition, be sure to leave the container in a cool, dark space, as heat and light can cause further drying or scorching, which can reduce the quality of your white tea.

Also, make sure the space has low humidity, as potential moisture can spoil the tea leaves or cause them to lose their delicate flavor.

Whether it is white tea, green tea, black tea, or any other kind, storing them properly will ensure they keep their full, fresh flavor for a longer period of time.

The caffeine content in white tea can vary based on factors such as the tea variety, processing methods, and steeping time.

On average, a cup of white tea, which is around 8 ounces or 240 mL, typically contains around 6 to 55 mg of caffeine. This is generally lower than other types of tea, such as green or black tea, making it excellent to drink on a relaxing evening before bed.

Keep in mind that caffeine content is not uniform across all of our loose-leaf white tea blends and can also differ based on brewing method and steeping time.

White tea is known to potentially offer several health benefits, partly because it is a minimally processed tea but also because it contains polyphenols — a plant nutrient that provides many of the same nutrients from other teas, such as green tea.

Here are some of the benefits you may receive from drinking one of our loose-leaf white tea blends:

Reduces the risk of heart disease

Among the most significant health benefits of drinking white tea is that it can help relax the blood vessels, with some studies showing that this effect helps reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

Lowers skin inflammation

Studies into the effects of white tea have also been found to show promising results, with some cases showing a potential reduction in inflammation caused by free radicals in human skin cells.

Prevents certain types of cancer

Other studies have shown that white tea may have certain anti-cancer effects, with individual researchers finding it possibly removes certain types of lung cancer cells and potentially blocks the growth of colon cancer cells in another.

Improves Bone Health

Finally, another benefit of drinking white tea is that it is known to eliminate free radicals in the body, which could help reduce the symptoms of osteoporosis.

This benefit from white tea is attributed to catechins, a chemical found in other tea types, which interfere with cells that break down your bones, thus potentially lowering your risk of suffering from osteoporosis.

There are many more potential benefits to drinking The Scented Leaf's loose-leaf white tea, including providing you with a mellow, flavorful cup of tea to enjoy at the beginning or end of a long day.

Yes, The Scented Leaf offers excellent blends of loose-leaf teas to brew hot, as well as our specially-made Cold Brew Tea Packs, which are designed specifically for those who enjoy a cold or iced tea beverage.

Our cold-brew tea packs contain the perfect amount of loose-leaf tea for a 64-ounce vessel, producing 2 quarts of delicious, chilled tea in a variety of delicious flavors for you and your loved ones to enjoy.

While it is hard to say for certain, many suggest that white tea originated in China. In any case, today, farms mainly in China's Fujian province and other regions, such as the Darjeeling region of West Bengal, produce white tea.

The term "white tea" does not entirely come from the color of its leaves or the tea it brews. Rather, the name white tea comes from the silvery-white hairs on the unopened buds that are picked from the immature tea plant when they are harvested. This is why some call white tea "Silver Needle tea" as well.

Chinese white tea is considered the best of all, with many stating that the best white tea blend is Bai Mu Dan, a type of white tea made from the young buds of a leaf shoot and two young leaves. For those who would like to try this high-quality white tea, The Scented Leaf offers an excellent Bai Mu Dan white tea.

Browse our selection of other delicious loose-leaf white tea blends above, as well as our vast collection of other exotic tea blends for you to enjoy.

Yes, we don't just offer loose-leaf white tea but also several different tea types and blends to enjoy. Here are some of each of our teas to consider:

Green Tea

We offer a huge variety of loose-leaf green teas with many delicious blends, such as:

• Matcha
• Lemon Ginger
• Moroccan Mint
• Peach Green Tea

For tea lovers looking for an earthy, savory tea blend, you'll definitely enjoy one of the Scented Leaf's many unique green tea options.

Black Tea

The Scented Leaf also has several bold, delicious loose-leaf black teas, from our classic Darjeeling premium black tea to our scintillating Orange Vanilla Cream — we have a black tea for all palettes.

Oolong Tea

For a diverse series of flavor profiles, look no further than our varieties of Oolong teas, including our incredible blends such as:

• Apple Cinnamon
• Hazelnut Vanilla
• Golden Dawn

With some brews producing buttery, savory flavors and others having intoxicating fruity aromas, the Scented Leaf's collection of Oolong teas offers a feast for the taste buds.

Pu-erh Tea

Much like green tea, Pu-erh tea is perfect for those who enjoy an earthy, subtle flavor, often with hints of savoriness or sweetness, but always with a rich, smooth body. We at the Scented Leaf happily carry several Pu-erh tea blends, including Chocolate Coconut and Dark Rose.

Herbal Tea

While they are not considered true teas, we provide a number of herbal teas that produce truly delicious flavors anyone can enjoy, such as our soothing Chamomile, Ginger Root tea blends, or our incredible Pumpkin Pie honeybush herbal tea blend.

Overall, The Scented Leaf carries a wide variety of incredibly delectable loose-leaf white teas, green teas, black teas, and more, which are all available for you to enjoy. Order today, and we'll send our packaged tea bags right to your door!