Virgin white tea
Virgin white tea is a white tea of Sri Lankan origin.[1][2][3]
History
[edit]The concept of the virgin white tea is found in Chinese mythology.[4] The virgin white tea is considered as one of the most expensive teas in the world.[5]
Health effects
[edit]The virigin white tea is considered rich in antioxidants.[6]
Plantations
[edit]Weligama, Sri Lanka is well-known for virigin white tea plantations.[7][8]
References
[edit]- ^ Shikha Shah (December 27, 2021). "How virgin is Sri Lanka's Virgin White tea?". Cntraveller.in.
- ^ "Sri Lanka reverses organic farming drive as tea suffers". AFP. October 20, 2021.
- ^ Gemma Tipton (October 21, 2017). "Sri Lanka: A tear-drop-shaped island that's heaven on Earth". The Irish Times.
- ^ Susan Skelly (February 7, 2020). "Sri Lanka's legendary Virgin White Tea untouched by human hands". The Australian.
- ^ "Tea Tourism: Beyond just a cup of tea". Daily News. August 25, 2020.
- ^ Roddon, Louise (January 21, 2017). "Ibiza-style beach vibe comes to Sri Lanka". Thetimes.co.uk.
- ^ Michele Robson (December 30, 2021). "Visiting Weligama, Sri Lanka's Latest Hotspot". Forbes.
- ^ Holden Frith (February 23, 2022). "Cape Weligama hotel review: Your Sri Lankan villa with a view". The Week UK.