Tealyra White Peony Bai Mu Tan White Tea

White Peony has a delicate, light flavor that's quite different from black or green teas. You'll notice floral and fruity notes with a slight tartness, and it's naturally sweet without any bitterness. The flavor is complex and actually evolves as you steep it multiple times - each infusion reveals something a little different. It's smooth and approachable, making it a great introduction to white teas if you're used to stronger varieties.

One of the best things about this White Peony is that you can steep it 4-7 times and the flavor holds up beautifully. Each steeping brings out different nuances in the taste. Just increase your steeping time slightly with each infusion. This multiple-steeping ability makes it more economical than it first appears and is perfect if you want to practice traditional Gong-Fu tea ceremony.

It's a solid value for white tea, though there are some quality trade-offs at this price point. The flavor itself is excellent - delicate, smooth, and complex. However, you'll notice more stems and broken leaves than you'd find in premium grades, and there aren't many of those prized silver tips. Some buyers have mentioned inconsistency between batches. If you're looking for museum-quality White Peony, this isn't it, but if you want genuine white tea flavor at a reasonable price, it delivers.

White Peony is definitely lighter than black tea, but 'subtle' doesn't mean 'boring.' The flavor is delicate but distinct, with those floral and fruity notes coming through clearly. Many reviewers specifically appreciated its smooth, non-bitter profile as a pleasant change from stronger teas. If you're curious about white tea but worried about it being too weak, this is actually a good bridge tea - it has enough character to hold your attention without overwhelming your palate.

The leaves are quite loosely packed, so a kitchen scale helps with measuring consistent amounts, though you can eyeball it once you get familiar with it. Beyond that, just use water that's cooler than boiling (around 175-185°F works well for white tea) and steep for 3-5 minutes for the first infusion. A teapot or infuser basket works fine - nothing fancy required. The forgiving nature of white tea means you won't get bitterness even if your technique isn't perfect.

White Peony is naturally low in caffeine - significantly less than black or green tea. It's perfect for afternoon or evening drinking when you want something soothing without staying up all night. The gentle caffeine level combined with the calming, delicate flavor makes it ideal for winding down or for people who are sensitive to caffeine but still want to enjoy tea.