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Bai Mudan: The graceful white peony of China's tea gardens
Bai Mudan (Chinese: 白牡丹, pinyin: Bái mǔdān), or White Peony, is one of the most refined and popular varieties of white tea. Its name embodies the delicacy and beauty of peony flowers, reflected in the appearance of the tea buds and leaves. This tea is renowned for its delicate aroma and mellow flavor, which captivates connoisseurs worldwide.
Origin and characteristics of Bai Mudan
Bai Mudan originates from Fujian Province, China. It is here, on the mountain slopes and in the valleys, that the tea bushes that produce this unique beverage grow. Bai Mudan is produced using the youngest and most tender shoots of the tea plant: one bud and two young leaves. This combination gives the tea its unique flavor and aroma.
What makes Bai Mudan special:
- Minimal processing: White tea undergoes the least processing of all tea types. The leaves are only lightly withered and dried, which preserves the maximum amount of nutrients and natural flavor.
- Delicate flavor and aroma: Bai Mudan's taste is characterized by softness, sweetness, a refreshing herbal flavor, and floral notes. The tea's aroma unfolds gradually, filling the palate with subtle hints of honey, fruit, and flowers.
- Health benefits: Thanks to minimal processing and its high antioxidant content, Bai Mudan white tea has numerous beneficial properties. It helps strengthen the immune system, improve digestion, and slow down the aging process.
How to brew Bai Mudan
To fully appreciate all the flavor nuances of Bai Mudan, it is important to follow the correct brewing technique:
- Water Temperature: Use water at around 80-85°C. Boiling water can burn the delicate leaves and ruin the flavor of the tea.
- Brewing vessel: It is best to use a clear glass or porcelain teapot to watch the tea leaves open.
- Steeping time: Discard the first steeping after a few seconds to rinse the leaves. Subsequent steeping times can be increased by 10-15 seconds.
- Number of brews: Bai Mudan can be brewed several times, each time revealing new shades of taste and aroma.
Bai Mudan is not just tea, it is a true work of art. Its exquisite taste and aroma will allow you to immerse yourself in a world of harmony and enjoy every sip.
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Name in Chinese
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白牡丹 |
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Pinyin
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Bái mǔdān |
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English name
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Bai Mu Dan |
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Translation
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Bai Mu Dan |
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Tea variety
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Bai Mu Dan |
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Country
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China |
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District
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Republic of China |
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Provinces
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Fujian (福建) |
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Region
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Fuan (福安) |
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Habitat
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Даган (大岗, dàgǎng) |
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A variety of tea tree (bush)
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Da Ye Zhong |
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Type of tea raw material
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Plantation |
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