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white monkey
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LOOSE LEAF TEA
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makes 10 cups
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White Monkey in bulk available for wholesale. Green tea (do not be confused by its name) that grows along the slopes of the Taimu mountains in the Fujian province of China. The young leaves and unopened buds are carefully gathered and processed exclusively by hand. The result is a tea that appears intricately woven with large and beautiful white tips. It produces a very light cup that is noticeably sweet, and infused with a fresh, delicate scent.
This tea contains a moderate level of caffeine | Steep at 180° for 2-3 minutes.
Customer Reviews (1289)
Fresh From Origin
If you visit a hot spring in the colder regions of Japan, you might have the curious experience of sharing your onsen (hot spring) with a monkey. Because of the frosty environment they inhabit, Japanese macaques, or "snow monkeys" have become known for their frequent visits to the springs, such as the Jigokudani hot spring in Nagano. The iconic primates have also influenced Japanese culture, inspiring the three wise monkeys of "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" fame and depictions of monkeys related to the Chinese zodiac. One other possible inspiration? This delicious green tea.Part of green teas of China sampler
6 green teas of China - 4 samples @
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Meet our white monkey farmer, Yao Yi Lin
To ensure the best quality and value, we import our teas directly from the countries in which they are grown, working closely with the farmers who tender them. Our Roots Campaign connects our customers with the rich stories and the farmers behind some of our most popular teas.
How long have you been growing tea and what got you started?
“It is a family business. I started to help my parents when I was very young. I have worked in tea for more than 30 years.”
Can you describe a typical day out in the field?
“In spring we are very busy because white monkey is a spring tea. I normally get up at 6 and go out to pick the fresh tea leaves. In the afternoon and evening we will make the teas with what we picked up in the day time. We never use yesterday's tea leaves to make this tea. So in spring time I will work more than 18 hours a day. After that, my main job is to fertilizing, weeding and making the field friable in the rest of the year.”
What is your favorite part of growing tea?
“I like picking in early fresh spring morning. I do enjoy the beautiful mountain at that time.”
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