Tea Name: 119° Mt. Pumori Special White Tea – USDA Certified Organic

Style: One Leaf and a Bud, Loose Leaf

Standard: Gold

Elevation: ~6,500 ft (High Mountain Himalayas)

Flush: 1st Flush Harvest

Sourcing Region: Ilam, Nepal

Suggested Infusions: 3 - 4

Processing: Unprocessed – Only Withered and Dried

Texture: Silky, Downy & Ethereal

Rarity: Among the Rarest Himalayan White Teas

Certifications: USDA Organic

A whisper of Himalayan purity — one of Nepal’s rarest and most exquisite teas.

Hand-harvested from Ilam’s high-elevation gardens at ~6,500 ft, this exceptional white tea captures the untouched spirit of the Himalayas. Only the youngest buds and first leaves, blanketed in soft silver down, are plucked during the first flush of spring, when the tea plants awaken under cool mountain mists.

White teas are the least processed of all — in fact, this tea is not processed at all. The freshly plucked leaves are simply withered and sun-dried, preserving their natural enzymes, velvety texture, and the delicate sweetness nature intended. Each sip embodies pure mountain air and gentle sunlight — a sensory portrait of the Himalayas in their calmest form.

This rare gem from Nepal is a prime-quality white tea, representing the peak of craftsmanship and terroir. With its soft golden hue, low caffeine, and serene flavor profile, it’s revered by tea connoisseurs worldwide for its subtle elegance and natural vitality.

 Why It’s Special

• Rare and high in elevation – Cultivated at ~6,500 ft, among Nepal’s most pristine Himalayan gardens.
• Prime first-flush buds – Each pluck is one leaf and a bud, harvested by hand for precision and purity.
• Zero processing – Naturally withered and sun-dried, never rolled or oxidized, to retain full nutrients and aroma.
• Velvety down-covered buds – Rich in amino acids and antioxidants that give a silky texture and honeyed finish.
• USDA Certified Organic – 100% chemical-free and sustainably grown by smallholder Himalayan farmers.

 Flavor & Experience

The cup glows with a pale golden hue, exuding delicate notes of honeysuckle, sugarcane, melon, and raw almond. The mouthfeel is light yet creamy, whispering floral and nutty tones that bloom as it cools. The finish is pure, airy, and endlessly refreshing — like a breath of Himalayan morning air.

Brewing Recommendations

• Leaf: 1 tsp (2 g) per 8–10 oz water
• Water Temperature: 175–180 °F (79–82 °C)
• Steep Time: 3–4 minutes for the first infusion; add 45 seconds each re-steep
• Infusions: Up to 4, revealing sweeter layers with each brew
• Cold Brew: 8 hours in cool filtered water for a soft, golden liquor with a delicate honeyed touch.

The taste profiles of loose-leaf teas can vary widely depending on the steep duration, tea-to-water ratio, and water temperature. We encourage you to try different combinations for brewing tea to find the perfect tea, that speaks to your taste buds.

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