White Peony, known as Bai Mudan, is one of the most beloved styles of traditional Chinese white tea. Made from a combination of young buds and tender leaves, it offers greater body and complexity than Silver Needle while preserving the gentle elegance for which white tea is known.
The tea is primarily produced in Fujian Province, where favorable climate conditions help create leaves rich in natural sweetness and aroma. After harvest, the leaves undergo a simple process of withering and drying. This minimal intervention allows the tea's natural character to shine through while maintaining its fresh and floral profile.
White Peony is often considered one of the most approachable white teas. Its balance of sweetness, body, and complexity appeals to both newcomers and experienced tea drinkers alike. Whether enjoyed fresh or aged over time, it continues to reveal subtle layers of flavor that make every session rewarding and memorable.
Fuding, Fujian
White Peony White Tea
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White Peony offers a beautiful balance between freshness and complexity. Made from both buds and young leaves, it delivers more body while maintaining the elegance associated with white tea.
Details
Origin
Fuding, Fujian
Harvest
Spring
Process
None
Caffeine
Low
Flavor Notes
Aroma: Flowers|Honey|Fresh hayTaste: Smooth|Sweet and balancedFinish: Gentle and lingeringTea Character: Freshness ★★★★☆ · Sweetness ★★★★☆ · Body ★★★☆☆ · Floral Notes ★★★★☆ · Complexity ★★★☆☆
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Brewing Guide
Water Temp
85°C / 185°F
Tea Amount
5g / 1 tbsp
Steep Time
1-2m
Infusions
3-4
Story
The making of White Peony White Tea
Fuding, Fujian
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