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Shou Mei
$10.00
Origin: China
Also known as longevity eyebrow or sow mee, Shou Mei is harvested later & has fewer tips & more leaf than other white teas. The large, green & light brown hued leaves steep to a light yellow-orange infusion. This smooth, earthy cuppa with mellow, nutty notes & sweet finish is sure to delight tea enthusiasts.
Ingredients:
white-tea
Water Temperature
185°F / 85°C
Serving Size
1 tsp / 8 oz
Steep Time
1 minutes
Caffeine
Steeping Instructions
- Fill kettle with fresh water, then heat.
- Warm teapot with a little hot water, discard, place tea leaves in teapot, allowing heat of the pot to release bouquet of the tea leaves.
- Heat water below boiling (approximately 185°). Steep 2+ teaspoons (5-8 g/8 oz. cup) up to 1 minute for first steep, up to 3-5 minutes for the subsequent steeps. Refresh cup as desired.
*Vary time & temperature according to taste.
A Note on our Packaging
We are environmentally responsible, committed to Earth-friendly packaging including post-consumer recycled and biodegradable materials and water-based inks. All handling, blending, packing is done by hand on-site at SerendipiTea.
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