HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT WHITE TEA?

Which teapot to use?

If apart from white tea you also drink green and black tea, you will need a teapot that doesn't have a 'memory', which is the case for most of them (including glass, cast-iron, and ceramic teapots). Only unglazed earthenware teapots retain the flavours from one brew to the next. They are not recommended for white tea because tannins in green and black tea could overpower the delicate flavour of white tea. If you would like to find out more, read our teapot guide.

How long should white tea be brewed?



Experts recommend that the brewing time for white tea be between 2 to 3 minutes. Under-brewed? White tea may taste bland and lack flavour. Over-brewed? It has the advantage of not being too astringent or bitter, unlike green tea. Place the tea in hot but not boiling water, ideally between 70 and 80 degrees. A higher brewing temperature runs the risk of damaging white tea's subtle flavours and vitamins. All white teas are not identical, of course – some are blended with other flavours – so make sure to follow the instructions on the box. 

What is the best time of day to drink white tea?

White tea will always keep you company during your breaks: from early in the morning, at breakfast and brunch, but also during afternoon tea. It can be enjoyed hot in winter, but also as iced tea in summer. To make iced white tea, let it steep in cold water in the fridge overnight or brew it in hot water and then cool it down with ice cubes. You should use around five tablespoons of white tea for one litre of water.

Does white tea disrupt sleep? 

Are you worried that the theine in white tea will disrupt your sleep? Rest assured: the amount of theine in white tea is usually lower than in other types of tea. Not to mention much lower than in a cup of coffee! That's right, theine and caffeine are exactly the same molecule. This means that you can drink it in the afternoon or evening without any qualms. White tea (and tea in general) is a relaxant for the body rather than a stimulant (a property that coffee is famous for).

At Kusmi, white tea is always organic 



As it's perfectly natural to be aware of what's really in our teabags, Kusmi has gone fully organic. All our ingredients – tea, herbs, spices – are organically grown and certified by strict specifications set by the European Union. We carry out inspections and analyses regularly to ensure that quality standards are being met. Moreover, Kusmi is certified by Ecocert, an independent body that performs an annual audit of our production facilities. All these steps mean that our tea tins all bear the AB logo for France and the EU Ecolabel. Our goal is to educate consumers about the quality of our products as best as we can.  

Des thés blancs aromatisés et conditionnés en France

Much like the rest of our range, Kusmi white teas are built upon French know-how. While the name Kusmi comes from Russia, our brand (which became French in 2003) designs, creates, blends, flavours and packages its tea in Normandy – in Saint-Vigor d’Ymonville to be exact, near Le Havre (Seine-Maritime department). Our metal tins are also made in mainland France. Fewer kilometres mean less pollution and more work in our region. In short, if you are keen to support made-in-France products, you're in the right place.