About Tea Flowers:
The tea plant (Camellia sinensis) flowers once a year in the fall, just before the plant produces seeds and goes into winter hibernation. Tea flowers can be made into a lovely brew that is smooth and sweet. Similar to Puer teas, the flowers age well, developing a richer, fuller flavor over time.
These 100% organic tea flowers are from Jing Mai Mountain in Southern Yunnan and are harvested from old-growth tea trees native to the area. This mountain region has been called a ‘Tea Forest Museum’ with trees ranging from 800 to 1200 years old. The native people of Jing Mai are among the few cultures that have a history of tea flower harvesting.
Ingredients: 100% Organic Camellia sinensis flowers.
Flavor Profile:
Though not as floral as Jasmine or Rose, Tea Flowers have a delicate, sweet pollen aroma with shades of hibiscus and honeydew melon and a very pleasant, smooth taste.
Brewing Instructions:
Every tea is different and can be brewed in different ways. The chart below is not a hard-and-fast guide for brewing this tea, but rather a place to get started. Steeping time may vary based on your personal taste or on how many infusions have already been done. Experiment with the brewing of your tea to discover its unique character.
| Water Temp °F (°C) | Steep Time (minutes) | Number of Infusions | Quantity of Leaf (tsp / 8oz water) |
| 195°F (91°C) | 3-5 | 3-5 | 1 |
