Western Style (for everyday)

Tea: 2–3g (≈1–1.5 tsp)

Water: 250ml (≈2 cups)

Temp: 85–90 ºC

Steeping: 2–4 min
Lasts for: 2–3 infusions

Gongfu Style (concentrated, small-cup)

Tea: 5–6g (≈2 tsp)

Water: 100ml

Temp: 85–90 °C
Rinse: 5 sec

Steeping (increase by 20–40 sec):

– first 10–15 sec;

– second 40–45 sec;

– third 70–75 sec;

Lasts for: 6–8 infusions

Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits with a slightly higher caffeine kick and warming energy. May help support heart health, circulation, and gentle metabolism stimulation.

Thanks to its L-theanine content, it can enhance alertness while maintaining calm focus.

Active Chemicals

• Polyphenols and flavonoids (catechins, theaflavins) — strong antioxidants that may support cardiovascular and metabolic health.
• L-theanine — promotes mental calmness and focus.
• Caffeine (moderate) — slightly higher than Silver Needle and White Peony due to leaf maturity and oxidation.
• Volatile terpenes and aldehydes — contribute to fruity and woody aroma.
• Trace minerals — potassium, manganese, and small amounts of vitamin C.

A white tea crafted using traditional methods from large, minimally oxidized leaves.

Shou Mei (寿眉), which translates to "Longevity Eyebrow" in English, is a type of white tea traditionally made from the larger, more mature leaves and buds of the tea plant. The name likely refers to the tea leaves' shape, which resembles the curved appearance of an elderly person's eyebrows, symbolizing longevity and vitality in Chinese culture.

Uniquely originating from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China, this tea offers a delicate yet intense flavor profile, ideal for both immediate enjoyment and natural aging.