The Standard Delicate Cup

teas.co.uk · 4 min · Serves 1

You'll need

• 1 Good Earth Elderflower and Pear White Tea bag
• 250ml fresh water, boiled then cooled to about 75 to 80C
• No milk; white tea takes none
• A teaspoon of honey, optional, very lightly

Method

1. Boil fresh water, then let it stand 2 to 3 minutes off the boil; white tea wants 75 to 80C and burns at full boil.
2. Put the bag in the mug and pour the cooled water over.
3. Steep 2 to 3 minutes only; longer makes white tea grassy and slightly bitter. The bag releases flavour quickly because the leaves are unrolled.
4. Lift the bag out without squeezing, which would press out unwanted tannin.
5. Drink as is to taste the elderflower and pear; if you want any sweetness, a tiny bit of honey is enough. Never add milk; it muddies a white tea completely.

Recipe: https://teas.co.uk/recipes/white tea/the standard delicate cup/