Loose Leaf White Tea with Saffron | Kashmiri Saffron White Tea
About This Tea
Loose leaf white tea with saffron is the rarest thing we sell. Hand picked white tea buds, the least processed leaf of the tea plant, are paired with real saffron threads from Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The cup is a soft gold, the aroma floral and honeyed, and the finish warm and long.
White tea is made from the youngest buds and leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, withered gently and dried with minimal processing. That minimal handling retains a high level of polyphenols and amino acids in the leaf. Saffron carries its own compounds, crocin and safranal, and has a long history in Ayurvedic use. We will leave the health claims there and let the tea speak for itself.
This is a tea for evenings, for mindful moments, for gifting. Brew it at a lower temperature to protect the delicate leaf compounds, and serve without milk to let the saffron threads work their golden magic.
Available in 50g, 100g, 250g, and 500g resealable pouches.
How to Brew: Use 1 tsp (2g) per 200ml water at 75 to 85°C. Steep 2 to 3 minutes. Never use boiling water. Serve without milk. Can be re-brewed 2 to 3 times.
Sourcing and packing
Origin: White tea buds from Indian estates. Saffron from Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
Grade: Hand picked buds, minimally processed, with whole saffron threads.
Packed: Bangur Avenue, Kolkata, in food grade resealable pouches. Available in 50g, 100g, 250g and 500g pouches.
Licensing: FSSAI licensed.
Selected and cupped by Archit Shah, Managing Director, Unik Tea Centre Pvt Ltd. Our family has sold loose leaf tea in Kolkata since 1988.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is white tea so lightly processed?
- White tea is only withered and dried, with no rolling and no oxidation step, so more of the leaf's original chemistry survives into the cup than in a green or black tea. It is also why it tastes so much softer.
- What does saffron add to the tea?
- Saffron contains crocin and safranal, which are the compounds behind its colour and aroma and the subject of ongoing research. In the cup, what they mostly do is make it taste extraordinary.
- Should I add milk to Saffron White Tea?
- No. Milk completely masks the delicate floral-saffron notes. Drink it black, or with a very small amount of honey to enhance the floral quality.
- Why is the price higher than other teas?
- White tea is the least processed and most selectively picked tea category there is. Saffron is the world's most expensive spice by weight. The combination is what you are paying for.
- Can I re-brew the leaves?
- Yes, white tea leaves can be re-brewed 2 to 3 times. Later infusions are milder and increasingly sweet.
White Tea — Nature's Purest Brew
Only withering and drying. No rolling, no oxidation. The most natural form of tea, closest to the living leaf.
Because it is least processed, white tea retains the highest concentration of polyphenols of any tea type.
The most delicate of teas. Use cooler water and longer steeps (4–5 min) to coax its subtle sweetness.
White tea is harvested only in the early spring when young buds are still covered in fine white hairs.
How to Brew Loose Leaf White Tea with Saffron
What You'll Taste
Why This Tea is Good for You
Skin Health
The highest polyphenol content of any tea type fights free radicals that cause premature ageing, keeping skin youthful and clear.
Dental Protection
Fluoride, tannins, and catechins in white tea actively protect against bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease.
Heart Protection
Catechins help reduce LDL oxidation and improve arterial function, making white tea one of the best teas for heart health.
Insulin Sensitivity
Polyphenols in white tea improve insulin sensitivity, helping regulate blood sugar — particularly beneficial for those at risk of diabetes.
From Garden to Your Cup
Our team personally visits and selects only the finest gardens across Assam & Darjeeling each season.
Decades of expertise at our Kolkata facility. Every blend is tested for aroma, colour, and strength.
We process in limited quantities to preserve freshness. What you receive is never more than weeks old.
Every pouch is sealed airtight immediately after packaging, preserving natural oils, aroma and taste.
Free shipping across India above ₹199. Your tea arrives within 3–7 business days, freshness guaranteed.
What Our Customers Say
"Perfect kadak chai! Exactly the strength I like. Even my husband who's very fussy approved."
"Good aroma, nice taste. Delivery was a day late but the product itself is great."
"We serve this at all our family gatherings now. Everyone always asks which brand it is!"
