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White Monkey Pekoe White Tea – White Monkey from Fujian – 100g

I selected this cru from the Taimu mountains for its velvety texture and fascinating history. A white tea made of downy buds, hand-rolled for a contemplative experience.

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With this White Monkey Pekoe, I offer an immersion in the mists of the Taimu Mountains. This specialty white tea, made of hand-rolled downy buds, unfolds a crystalline and golden liquor. Its velvety and honeyed taste embodies the nobility of Fujian for a purely contemplative tasting.

Subtle honey Silky vegetal Floral notes
TEMP75°CTemperature
TIME5 minInfusion
DOSE2,5 gPer cup
CAFFEINEModerateLevel
€165.00/kg | €0.41 per cup | 40 cups (100g sachet)

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CompositionThe hand and the silver bud

White Monkey (Bai Mao Hou) is a unique tea that borrows the finesse of white tea and the brightness of green tea.

The art of hand rolling

The leaves and buds, picked only a few days a year, are delicately hand-rolled. This ancestral gesture preserves the silver down (the pekoe) that testifies to the youth and tenderness of the harvest.

Cup profile

The liquor is bright, pale gold. The mouthfeel is very smooth, marked by white flower aromas and a honeyed creaminess that coats the palate without any bitterness.

ExpertiseMy selection from the Taimu Mountains

I sourced this batch from the steep mountains of Fujian. The Taimu terroir, rich in minerals and shrouded in mist, forces the tea plant to draw its strength from deep within, offering a rare aromatic complexity.

For whom?

  • To discover: The curious amateur intrigued by legendary teas and seeking a liquor of absolute sweetness.
  • For the amateur: The regular drinker wishing to progress towards more sophisticated Fujian vintages.
  • For the enthusiast: The connoisseur demanding a white tea whose structure supports multiple infusions without weakening.
Grand Cru FujianHand-rolledSpecialty Teas
DetailsFull identity
Name
White Monkey Pekoe
Type
Chinese white tea (Pekoe)
Origin
Taimu Mountains, Fujian, China
Altitude
High altitude (steep slopes)
Harvest
Manual, selective (Buds + leaves)
Profile
Vegetal, velvety, honeyed.
Format
100g sachet (about 40 cups)
Moment
Calm morning or contemplative afternoon.
Storage
Keep away from air, light, and humidity.
TipsMy extraction protocol

Reference preparation

White Monkey Pekoe is sensitive to heat. I recommend water at 75°C. Use 2.5 grams of leaves (about a heaping teaspoon) for 250 ml of water. Steep for 5 minutes to release the creaminess of the buds.

Variations

  • Multiple infusions: This white tea is generous. Don’t discard the leaves after the first brew. You can reuse them 3 times, slightly increasing the temperature (80°C) on the last infusion.
  • Natural tasting: I recommend enjoying it without sugar or milk to not mask the delicate vegetal and honeyed notes.
💡 The art of sharing: Tell your guests the legend of the monkey pickers. It turns tea time into an imaginary journey to the misty peaks of China.
FAQFrequently Asked Questions
Legend Why the name "White Monkey"?

Its name comes from the legend that its leaves, growing on steep slopes, were once picked by trained monkeys. Today, its fuzzy and silvery appearance also resembles the paw of a white monkey.

Type Is it a white tea or a green tea?

Although often classified with green teas for its freshness, minimal processing, and use of fuzzy-budded cultivars bring it closer to white teas. It’s a transitional tea, very mild and without bitterness.

Caffeine Can I drink it in the evening?

It contains a moderate amount of caffeine. Its richness in L-theanine promotes a state of mental relaxation. If you are sensitive, prefer to consume it before 5 p.m.

Fuzz What is the fine white dust on the leaves?

It’s not dust, but the "trichome": a natural protective fuzz found on the youngest buds. It’s a sign of very high quality and freshness of harvest.

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