Peach Passion White Tea

Peach Passion White Tea is one of our most radiant creations. It brings together two complementary leaves, Pai Mu Tan and Chun Mee, with a trio of indulgent fruits: velvety peach, juicy pineapple and golden papaya. A touch of passionflower rounds out the cup with a quietly exotic finish.

This blend is equally lovely served warm in a delicate cup or poured over ice on a summer's day. Its gentle fruitiness appeals to seasoned tea lovers and those just discovering white tea alike. To explore further, browse our full white tea selection.

The aromatic profile of Peach Passion White Tea

In the cup, the infusion reveals a pale, lightly golden liquor, almost luminous. The rising aroma immediately conjures a summer orchard: ripe peach picked straight from the tree, freshly sliced pineapple, the sweet flesh of papaya.

On the first sip, Pai Mu Tan offers a cottony, almost creamy roundness that gently envelops the palate. This lightly oxidised white leaf retains a delicate vegetal quality, leaving a natural sweetness in the mouth with no trace of astringency.

Chun Mee, whose leaves are rolled into the shape of an eyebrow, then brings a welcome lift. Its lightly woody freshness gives the cup structure and prevents the blend from tipping into sweetness. This finely balanced pairing of leaves is the true signature of our approach to this creation.

The fruits then take centre stage. Peach unfolds in the base notes, juicy and velvety, while pineapple adds a pleasant tangy brightness. Papaya contributes that characteristic tropical roundness, at once soft and sun-warmed, without ever weighing the brew down.

Passionflower, present at 4%, adds a floral note that is almost imperceptible yet essential: it ties the blend together and extends the finish, which lingers on notes of passion fruit. If you enjoy this fruity palette, you might also explore our Dragon White Tea, which leans toward lychee.

The ingredients that make up the blend

• Chun Mee green tea: eyebrow-rolled leaves, bright and woody, bringing structure and energy to the base of the cup.
• Pai Mu Tan white tea: tender white leaf, cottony roundness and a velvety finish, the source of the blend's softness.
• Candied pineapple (pineapple, sugar): tangy freshness with a frank tropical note, a touch of indulgence.
• Papaya (papaya, sugar): golden sweetness and sun-warmed roundness that echoes the peach.
• Passionflower (4%): a discreet floral note, the exotic signature of a long finish.
• Peach (peach, rice flour, 3%): juicy and velvety at the heart of the blend, the thread that runs through the whole recipe.
• Flavouring: to support and anchor the fruity intensity throughout the infusion.

This composition is built on a dual leaf base, which is the key to its balance. Without Chun Mee, the cup would lack definition; without Pai Mu Tan, it would lose its velvety softness. It is in this marriage that the distinctiveness of our recipe lies, carefully selected by Julien Huot and blended in our workshop. To learn more about this delicate tea family, visit our complete guide to white tea.

How to brew Peach Passion White Tea

This fruity tea calls for water that is warm, never boiling. Water that is too hot will scorch the white leaf and flatten the aromas, stripping away the velvety roundness that makes Pai Mu Tan so appealing.

Choose a low-mineral water, filtered if possible. Water quality has a direct influence on the finesse of the cup: hard water masks the subtler fruit notes, while soft water allows them to express themselves fully.

The four key parameters

• Temperature: 70 to 80°C. For those who like to be precise, our guide on brewing white tea covers the ideal balance between delicacy and flavour.
• Steeping time: 1 to 3 minutes. One minute for a light, floral cup; three minutes for a fuller, fruitier infusion.
• Quantity: 12 to 15 grams per litre, roughly a heaped tablespoon for 300ml of water.
• Vessel: a glass or porcelain teapot, which absorbs no aromas and lets you admire the golden colour of the brew.

Pour the water once it has come to a simmer and cooled slightly over the leaves, cover the teapot, and leave to steep without stirring. Adjust the steeping time to your taste: shorter for a refined morning cup, longer for a more indulgent afternoon pause.

Good news: Pai Mu Tan holds up beautifully to two or three successive infusions. Once the leaves have opened, each steep reveals a slightly different character, softer and more vegetal. This is one of the most rewarding qualities of this tea family.

Served cold for warmer days

Our Peach Passion White Tea lends itself beautifully to cold brewing. Use 15 grams of leaves per litre of room-temperature water and leave to steep for eight to twelve hours in a sealed carafe in the refrigerator.

This cold infusion draws out the most delicate fruit notes while reducing any potential bitterness. Strain and serve over ice, perhaps with a few slices of fresh peach or a sprig of mint for a touch of colour. For a more tropical take, our thematic guide on white tea explores a range of other uses and preparations.

You can also prepare this tea as a sun tea: place the leaves in a carafe of cold water and let the sun do its work for two or three hours on a bright windowsill. The result is tender, gentle and full of warmth. To explore more fruity blends, take a look at our Pear White Tea or the Redcurrant Raspberry Rose White Tea, two other seasonal house creations. Browse our full range of flavoured white teas.

When to enjoy it

This blend is a pleasure at any hour. In the morning, it pairs well with a buttered brioche or a plain yoghurt. In the afternoon, it sits beautifully alongside a slice of fruit tart, an almond shortbread, or simply a quiet moment with a book.

In the evening, its very low caffeine content makes it well-suited to a late cup, provided you keep the steep short at around one minute. Try our Peach Passion White Tea as part of your daily ritual, warm in winter and iced in summer.

Storing Peach Passion White Tea

To preserve the freshness of the fruit and the finesse of the leaves, keep this tea in its original packaging or in a sealed metal tin, away from light, moisture and strong odours such as spices or coffee. A dry cupboard, away from any heat source, works perfectly.

For a cup that stays true to its aromatic promise, we recommend consuming the tea within twelve months of opening. Beyond that, the fruit notes gradually fade, though the blend remains perfectly enjoyable.

Frequently asked questions

What are the benefits of peach white tea?
Peach white tea is above all a pleasure drink, gentle and low in caffeine. Its fruity roundness makes it a delightful alternative to bolder teas, ideal for a soothing pause at any time of day.

How do you brew peach white tea?
Use 12 to 15 grams of leaves per litre of water at 70-80°C and steep for 1 to 3 minutes depending on the strength you prefer. For a cold version, allow 8 to 12 hours of cold infusion in the refrigerator.

Where can you buy quality peach white tea?
You can find it directly in our online shop, in a resealable pouch or a metal tin. The blend is packed in our workshop by hand, in small batches, to ensure consistent freshness.

What does peach white tea taste like?
The cup brings together the roundness of Pai Mu Tan, the woody freshness of Chun Mee, velvety peach, tangy pineapple, sun-warmed papaya and a long finish of passion fruit carried by the passionflower.