Pai Mu Tan / Bai Mudan – White Peony Tea
Origin: Fujian Province, China
Taste: Light, Nutty, Mellow, Floral
Ingredients: White tea (bud and leaf)
Brewing: 80°C, 4–5 mins
Serving tip: Best enjoyed plain to appreciate its natural sweetness and subtle complexity. Avoid milk or sugar. A slice of pear or a few goji berries can complement its gentle character.
A delicate white tea from Fujian, China, made from young buds and leaves that are naturally withered and sun-dried. It brews a pale golden liquor with a mellow, nutty flavour and soft floral notes. Less delicate than Silver Needle, but fuller in body and character. Naturally low in caffeine and rich in antioxidants, it’s perfect for a calming, refreshing cup.
BIT MORE INFORMATION:
Harvested in late April to early May, Pai Mu Tan (also known as Bai Mudan or White Peony) is a traditional white tea from China’s Fujian province—renowned for its ancient tea-making heritage. This tea is crafted using a natural process: the leaves are sun-withered and air-dried without rolling or firing, preserving their
delicate structure and subtle flavours.
Pai Mu Tan is made from a combination of young tea buds and the first two leaves, sorted during the production of Silver Needle (Ying Zhen). While Silver Needle consists solely of buds, White Peony includes both buds and leaves, giving it a slightly fuller body and a more pronounced nutty undertone.
The infusion yields a pale golden liquor with a soft floral aroma and a mellow, slightly sweet taste.
Compared to Silver Needle, it offers a richer mouthfeel and a gentle earthiness, making it a favourite among white tea lovers seeking a more rounded
cup.
Naturally low in caffeine and high in antioxidants, Pai Mu Tan is a soothing tea ideal for quiet moments or afternoon sipping. Its purity and minimal processing make it one of the most authentic expressions of traditional Chinese tea craftsmanship.
Pai Mu Tan (White Peony) – Delicately Floral & Naturally Mellow
Meet Pai Mu Tan - also known as Bai Mu Dan or White Peony - a graceful white tea from Fujian province. Crafted from a single bud and the next two tender leaves, it delivers a pale golden infusion that’s light, fragrant, and supremely gentle.
Compared to Silver Needle (Ying Zhen), Pai Mu Tan offers a fuller flavour with subtle nuttiness and floral sweetness. It’s harvested in spring, naturally withered, and sun‑dried - no rolling or tampering - to preserve its pristine character.
What Is Pai Mu Tan?
A white tea made from the first flush of spring—buds and just a couple of young leaves. It undergoes minimal processing: it’s gently withered and dried in the sun, retaining much of the leaf’s natural sweetness and aroma. The lack of rolling or mechanical handling keeps each leaf intact and delicate.
Why You’ll Love It
• Elegant and Easy‑going – perfect for relaxed sipping
• Low in caffeine – excellent mid‑afternoon or for later in the day
• Pure and natural – unprocessed and minimally handled for authentic flavour
• Clean finish – no bitterness, just a clean, mellow aftertaste
A Note on Origin
Originating in ancient Fujian, the birthplace of white and jasmine teas, this tea is hand‑picked in spring and processed using traditional methods. Only the finest buds and leaves are selected for that signature floral-fruity sweetness and shimmering clarity.
Top Tip
Store your tea sealed in a cool, dry place. Let brewed leaves steep a second or third time—each infusion brings subtle new aromas and flavour layers.
