Persian Melon White
This loose leaf tea is available to buy in our Online Teashop.
honey-like
Persian Melon White
This white tea is an infusion of ripe melons, juicy pears, and marigold petals, with a honey-like flavor. Light and refreshing as a summer fruit, it is easily sweetened with a touch of white sugar, but not so easily forgotten.
Steeping Directions
Learn how to make “Persian Melon White” to enjoy at home!
Basic
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 tsp tea leaves per 6 oz. water (standard teacup)
~ 3 1 ⁄4 minutes: Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
white sugar or honey will complement, but this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: For fullest flavor, use a tea strainer with enough room to allow the tea leaves to open as they steep.
Connoisseur
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 3⁄4 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (32 oz. water / medium-sized teapot)
2 1⁄4 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (48 oz. water / large-sized teapot)
~ 2 minutes: pause timer, drain tea strainer, return, continue steeping
~ 2 3 ⁄4 minutes: start tasting every 15 seconds, steeping to your preference
~ 3 1 ⁄4 minutes: recommended steep time for “Persian Melon White.” Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
white sugar or honey will complement, but this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: Taste by pouring only a quarter inch of tea into the cup.
At Teatime
Request this tea to be served as one of the three teas at your teatime reservation!
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