About Fuding White Peony Tea (Bai Mudan)

White Peony is one of the most famous Chinese white teas. It is mainly produced in Fujian province and is made using a single bud and two leaves. Picking time is around Pure Brightness. It is less scarce and expensive than White Needle.

The tea leaves are corrugated, the edges slightly jagged. The backs of the leaves are covered with white fuzz. During brewing, the green leaves open up to reveal the delicate buds like blooming peonies.

White Peony tastes sweet and mellow, with a very sweet aftertaste. It brings a distinctly refreshing sensation. Along with floral and grassy flavor.

Appearance & Taste

2012 Fuding Aged White Peony Tea Cake 350g

The tea leaves are corrugated, the edges slightly jagged The backs of the leaves are covered with white fuzz. During brewing, the green leaves open up to reveal the delicate buds like blooming peonies.

The taste is sweet and mellow, with a very sweet aftertaste. It brings a distinctly refreshing sensation. Along with floral and grassy flavour.

Taste: Floral, Fresh, Herbal, Sweet

Brewing Guide

Tea Cup

3 teaspoon(s)

90°C (125ml)

5-6 mins

Enjoy!

Glass

6 tsp

90°C (250ml)

5-6 mins

Enjoy!

Teapot

12 tsp

90°C (500ml)

5-6 mins

Enjoy!

Kongfu Style

Warm the teaware with hot water. Discard the water.
Add 5g tea leaves for 110ml Gaiwan or 1g tea for 30ml to 50ml water, adjust by personal taste.
Fill the teaware up with hot water (90°C).
Infuse tea for around 30s, the second time is around 35s, then gradually increase steeping time for subsequent brewing
Can be refilled for 4-5 times.

Origin

White Peony is mainly produced in Nanping Municipality and County, Songxi County, and Jianyang, Ningde and Fuding Cities, Fujian province.

Origin: Fujian

Timing & Ingredients

Ingredients: White Peony is made from a single bud and two leaves. During brewing, the two green leaves unfurl to reveal the buds, which look like flowers in bloom. White Peony is the second tea to be produced from the same tea tree in a given year, after Silver Needle.

Picking Time: The picking time is around Pure Brightness (4, 5 or 6 April). Around this time, the temperature is rising and the tea tree begins its second growth cycle.

The time is right for picking when the leaves wrapped around each bud begin to peel off and grow such that separate bud and leaf forms can be distinguished. White Peony has a longer picking period than White Silver Needle – it can last for around 15 days. This means higher yields and therefore cheaper prices.

12 reviews for Fuding White Peony Tea (Bai Mudan)

Rated 5 out of 5

Sophie M. – 05/02/2026

Fuding white peony is such a delight, sweet with fresh floral notes.
Rated 5 out of 5

Oliver G. – 27/12/2025

White Peony tea feels like a gentle floral hug with a refreshingly sweet aftertaste
Rated 5 out of 5

Noah C. – 04/11/2025

Love this white peony tea’s sweet mellow taste and refreshing floral finish every time.
Rated 5 out of 5

dater.murals-0m – 26/12/2024

This tea is up there with my favourites – it IS sweet + refreshing without the after low of sugar.
Rated 5 out of 5

jake – 08/05/2024

The first steep was so sweet and aromatic , I just smelt the tea cup for so long. Such a nice tea
Rated 4 out of 5

Alexis – 11/04/2021

This is a great low caffeine option for the evenings. Brewing this tea is just as fun as drinking it is.
Rated 5 out of 5

Tayla – 20/03/2021

I just love making this tea! From the way it looks dried to the colour of the finished tea and the beautiful aroma and taste. I can’t get enough!
Rated 5 out of 5

Amelie – 25/02/2021

My friend put me onto this tea and I’m so glad she did. I love the fact that it’s low on caffeine. It tastes so fresh and feels nutritious.
Rated 5 out of 5

Koby H. – 21/11/2020

A great peony tea with a refreshing and uplifting flavour. Nice in the morning or evening to help relax and soothe the mind.
Rated 4 out of 5

Lachlan M. – 05/06/2020

Fresh and uplifting. Reminds me of summer days, mowed lawns and the scent of flowers on a warm breeze
Rated 5 out of 5

Mortlock – 09/01/2020

This White Peony is very pleasant and refreshing. Light taste would recommend minimal honey with it if you are going to sweeten
Rated 5 out of 5

Jack H. – 28/09/2019

I’ve added it to my daily routine and noticing a bit difference in my weight. This tea and healthy eating will be the major key for success. I really recommend this.