Description
Nestled in the village of Fikkal, La Mandala is one of the smallest tea factories in Nepal. The name 'white spring' refers to the young white buds that comprise the tea, as well as its light hue.
This spring white tea reveals delicate zesty, rose and fresh almond notes which develop against a highly smooth texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Ilam, Nepal
- Tea colour:
- White Tea
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance: finely rolled leaves and buds
Liquor
Colour: golden
Texture: smooth
Flavour: sweet
Notes: zesty, floral (rose, geranium), fresh vegetal, fresh almond
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 185°F.
Also delicious iced:
Steep 8 g in 50 cL of water at room temperature 45 min. Remove the tea leaves and refrigerate.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.