Phuguri First Flush Downy Luxury Organic White Tea
Grown in the pristine hills of Darjeeling, India, Phuguri First Flush Downy Luxury White Tea is a rare gem, harvested exclusively during the first spring harvest. Its tender leaves, covered in soft silvery down, yield an ethereal infusion with a fresh, floral profile and delicate fruity nuances.
This organic tea comes from the famous Phuguri garden, renowned for its artisanal workmanship and the exceptional quality of its cultivars. Perfect for the most refined palates, it offers a highly elegant sensory experience, also ideal for moments of meditation and relaxation.
- type: white tea.
- Format: loose whole leaf.
- origin: Phuguri, Darjeeling, India.
- aroma: floral with vegetal notes and hints of unripe fruit.
- taste: soft, sweet, fresh, with light musky notes.
- Processing: manual harvesting of the First Flush, slow drying at low temperature.
Phuguri First Flush Downy Luxury White Tea is a fine spring tea from the Phuguri organic garden, located in the Himalayan region of Darjeeling, at over 1,800 metres above sea level.
This tea is hand-picked exclusively during the First Flush , the first harvest of the year, which occurs between March and April. The unique climatic conditions of this mountainous area—with morning mists, light rains, and wide temperature variations—give the tender leaves an extraordinary aromatic concentration.
Belonging to the White Tea category, it is composed mainly of apical buds and young leaves , still covered with a soft silvery down (hence the term "Downy"). It is an elegant, pure and refined tea, produced in small quantities and intended for an audience that loves authentic experiences.
- Leaf appearance : Buds covered with silvery fluff, whole leaves light green/silver grey in colour.
- Aroma : Fresh, floral, with notes of white flowers, spring buds and fruity nuances (unripe peach, gooseberry).
- Taste : Sweet, silky, slightly herbaceous, with mineral notes and a delicate musky aftertaste.
- Processing : Hand-harvested at dawn. No oxidation: the process is limited to natural withering and gentle drying at low temperatures. 100% organic, free from pesticides and additives.
Western method
- Quantity: 2 grams per 200 ml of water.
- Temperature: 75°C.
- Infusion time: 2-3 minutes.
- A second, slightly longer infusion is recommended.
Eastern method (Gong Fu Cha) - Quantity: 4-5 grams per 100 ml of water.
- Temperature: 75°C.
- Multiple infusions of 20 to 40 seconds, progressively increasing the time.
- Ideal for capturing the aromatic evolutions infusion after infusion.
Thanks to minimal processing and the freshness of the leaves, White Tea retains a great wealth of antioxidants (catechins and polyphenols).
It is particularly appreciated for its soothing and purifying effects , ideal for promoting concentration and general well-being. Its low theine content also makes it suitable for afternoon or evening consumption.
- It helps fight free radicals.
- It promotes hydration and detoxification of the body.
- Gentle on the stomach, also suitable for sensitive palates.
- It contributes to mental relaxation, without a sedative effect.
Phuguri First Flush Downy Luxury Organic White Tea
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