DAVIDsTEA Buddha's Blend White Tea

Yes, Buddha's Blend contains a medium level of caffeine since it's made with a white tea base. It's not as stimulating as black tea or coffee, but it's not caffeine-free either. That said, multiple reviewers actually use it as part of their evening wind-down routine and report it helps them relax and fall asleep — so the caffeine level is gentle enough that it doesn't seem to keep most people up.

The aroma is one of this tea's standout features. Reviewers specifically call out the fragrance, describing it as aromatic from the moment you start brewing through to the last sip. The jasmine pearls are the star here — they release a gorgeous floral scent as they steep. If you enjoy teas that engage your sense of smell as much as taste, Buddha's Blend delivers. It's the kind of tea that makes the whole ritual of preparing it feel special.

Absolutely — it's one of the most approachable white teas you can try. The tea bag format means there's no fussing with loose leaf measurements or special equipment. The flavor is delicate and forgiving, so even if your water is a bit too hot or you steep a minute too long, it won't turn bitter and unpleasant. Reviewers describe the results as 'perfection,' which suggests the tea bags are well-calibrated. If you're curious about white tea but don't know where to start, this is a genuinely great entry point.

Don't let the tea bag format fool you — this blend has real depth. The jasmine pearls are a premium ingredient typically associated with high-end loose leaf teas, and the combination with white hibiscus and a quality white tea base creates a genuinely complex cup. Reviewers consistently praise the aroma, describing it as fragrant from brewing all the way through drinking. Two reviewers specifically noted the overall quality, and the nuanced floral-fruity profile gives experienced tea drinkers something to appreciate.

For Buddha's Blend specifically, the tea bag format makes it straightforward — steep in hot water (not boiling, ideally around 175-185°F / 80-85°C) for 3-5 minutes. White tea is forgiving, so you don't need to be super precise. Reviewers describe the brewing experience as aromatic from start to finish, with the jasmine fragrance filling the room as it steeps. The key is to avoid boiling water, which can scorch the delicate white tea leaves and make it bitter.

This has been a pain point for some fans. At least one reviewer mentioned stock availability issues, and with DAVIDsTEA having closed its US retail locations, finding it can require a bit more effort than your average tea purchase. It's primarily available online now. If you try it and love it — which, based on reviews, is likely — consider buying more than one box at a time to avoid the frustration of finding it out of stock when you want to repurchase.

You can, but it's not the ideal pairing. Buddha's Blend has a delicate, floral flavor profile — jasmine, white hibiscus, fruity notes — that milk would likely overpower. This tea is at its best enjoyed straight, where you can appreciate the nuanced aroma and taste. If you prefer milk teas, a bolder black tea or chai would be a better canvas. Save Buddha's Blend for moments when you want something light, aromatic, and elegant on its own.

DAVIDsTEA closed all its US retail locations back in 2020 and now operates primarily online and through Canadian stores. This is actually relevant for Buddha's Blend fans — some reviewers have mentioned stock availability issues and difficulty repurchasing. If you find it available, it might be worth stocking up, especially if you're in the US where getting it can be less convenient than it used to be.

You get 65 tea bags per box, which is a generous count compared to many premium tea brands that offer 15-20 bags. If you're drinking one cup a day — say, as a nightly bedtime ritual like many reviewers do — that's over two months of tea from a single box. Given the premium ingredients (jasmine pearls, white hibiscus), the 65-bag count makes this a solid value proposition.

Generally yes, and Buddha's Blend is a great candidate for a daily tea. Its medium caffeine level means it won't overload you the way multiple cups of black tea might. Several reviewers describe it as part of their nightly ritual, drinking it consistently before bed. White tea is also one of the least processed tea types, so it retains a lot of natural antioxidants. If you're sensitive to caffeine, you might want to keep it to earlier in the day, but many Buddha's Blend fans drink it every evening without issues.

This has come up in reviews — at least one customer mentioned that the recipe has changed. Unfortunately, the details of what specifically changed aren't clear from the available reviews. If you tried Buddha's Blend years ago and loved it, the current version may taste slightly different from what you remember. That said, recent reviewers still overwhelmingly praise the taste quality, so whatever adjustments were made, the blend is still landing well with customers.

White tea is one of the gentlest true teas out there, and side effects are uncommon. The main thing to be aware of is the caffeine — Buddha's Blend has a medium level, so if you're very caffeine-sensitive, drinking it late at night could theoretically affect sleep. Ironically though, reviewers of this specific blend report the opposite: they find it helps them sleep better. As with any tea, drinking excessive amounts on an empty stomach could cause mild nausea, but that's rare with something this delicate.

Buddha's Blend makes home brewing about as easy as it gets. Heat your water to about 175-185°F (just off the boil — let boiling water cool for 2 minutes), drop in one tea bag per cup, and steep for 3-5 minutes. No special equipment needed. The tea bag format gives you consistent results every time, and reviewers describe those results as 'perfection.' For the best aromatic experience, use a cup with a wider opening so you can enjoy the jasmine fragrance as you drink.

With Buddha's Blend tea bags, the ratio is already handled for you — one tea bag per cup (about 8 oz / 240ml) of water. That's one of the nice things about the tea bag format: consistent results every time without measuring. If you find the flavor too delicate, try steeping a bit longer rather than using two bags. Reviewers consistently describe the flavor as 'perfection' with standard preparation.

You actually don't want to use boiling water for white tea — that's a common mistake. For Buddha's Blend, aim for about 175-185°F (80-85°C). If you don't have a temperature-controlled kettle, just bring water to a boil and let it cool for a couple of minutes before pouring. The delicate jasmine and white tea flavors come through much better at lower temperatures.

White tea is the least processed type of true tea, made from young tea buds and leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant that are minimally oxidized. Buddha's Blend uses a white tea base and elevates it with jasmine pearls and white hibiscus — so you get that classic delicate white tea character with added floral and fruity complexity. It's a step up from plain white tea while keeping that gentle, refined quality that defines the category.

It's not so much 'better' as different. White tea like Buddha's Blend is less processed than green tea, giving it a more delicate, subtle flavor. If you love bold, grassy flavors, green tea might be your thing. But if you prefer something refined, floral, and gentle — that's where Buddha's Blend shines. The jasmine pearls and white hibiscus give it a complexity you won't find in most green teas. Health-wise, both are rich in antioxidants, with white tea retaining slightly more due to minimal processing.

There's no single 'healthiest' tea — it depends on what health benefits you're looking for. White tea, like the base of Buddha's Blend, is often cited as one of the healthiest because minimal processing preserves the most antioxidants. Green tea (especially matcha) gets a lot of attention for its catechin content. What makes Buddha's Blend interesting from a wellness perspective is the unexpected sleep benefit — multiple reviewers report better sleep quality, which is foundational to overall health.

No — chamomile is an herbal tea (technically a tisane), made from dried chamomile flowers, and it's completely caffeine-free. White tea, like the base of Buddha's Blend, comes from the Camellia sinensis tea plant and does contain caffeine. They're both known for calming properties, but they're entirely different plants. If you're choosing between them for a bedtime tea, Buddha's Blend is interesting because reviewers report similar relaxation and sleep benefits to chamomile, but with the added complexity of jasmine and white hibiscus flavors.

Technically yes — white tea contains caffeine, which is a stimulant. But Buddha's Blend has a medium caffeine level, and in practice, reviewers report the opposite effect. Multiple customers use it specifically for relaxation and sleep preparation, describing it as part of their nightly wind-down ritual. The calming properties of the jasmine and the overall gentle nature of the blend seem to outweigh the mild caffeine content for most people.

Among true teas (not herbal), white tea generally has the lowest caffeine, followed by green, oolong, and black tea. Buddha's Blend is listed as medium caffeine, which is typical for white tea blends — noticeably less than a cup of black tea or coffee. If you're looking for zero caffeine, you'd need an herbal tea (like chamomile or rooibos), but if you want true tea with gentle caffeine, white teas like Buddha's Blend are your best bet.

Silver Needle (Bai Hao Yin Zhen) is generally considered the highest grade of white tea — it's made exclusively from unopened buds and has an extremely delicate, sweet flavor. Buddha's Blend isn't a single-origin silver needle, but it uses a quality white tea base enhanced with premium jasmine pearls and white hibiscus. It's a different approach: rather than showcasing pure white tea simplicity, it builds on that delicate base to create something more complex and aromatic.

Silver Needle and White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) from China's Fujian province are the most celebrated white teas in the world. Buddha's Blend takes a different approach — instead of being a pure, single-origin white tea, it's a blended tea that uses white tea as a base and layers on jasmine pearls and white hibiscus for a more complex, aromatic experience. It's less 'traditional purist' and more 'creative blend,' which is part of what makes it appealing to both beginners and experienced tea drinkers.

White tea and green tea are both excellent choices health-wise — they're from the same plant, after all. White tea is less processed, which means it can retain slightly higher levels of certain antioxidants. Buddha's Blend adds jasmine pearls, which have their own calming properties. Reviewers don't specifically talk about health benefits, but they do consistently mention the relaxation and sleep quality benefits of this particular blend, which is a meaningful wellness perk.

White tea is generally considered one of the most stomach-friendly true teas because of its low tannin content and delicate processing. Buddha's Blend is especially gentle — its flavor profile is soft and floral rather than astringent or harsh. While reviewers don't specifically discuss stomach effects, the fact that many drink it nightly as a relaxation ritual suggests it sits well. If you have a sensitive stomach and find black or green tea too aggressive, a white tea blend like this is worth trying.