Description
Organic Pear White Tea Inspired by Normandy
Bagnoles-de-l’Orne Organic Pear White Tea by Tatasse is an elegant loose-leaf tea combining delicate white tea, juicy pear and warming hints of cinnamon.
Inspired by the refined character of Bagnoles-de-l’Orne in Normandy, France, this organic tea has been created for tea drinkers who enjoy subtle flavours rather than intensely flavoured blends.
At its heart is Pai Mu Tan white tea, prized for its soft, delicate character. A touch of Chun Mee green tea introduces a gentle freshness, while pear brings natural fruity sweetness.
Dates and raisins add subtle depth and roundness before a restrained touch of cinnamon completes the blend.
The result is a beautifully balanced cup that is light, silky, fruity and gently aromatic.
It is an excellent tea for a peaceful morning, afternoon tea break or whenever you want something more refined than a traditional black or green tea.
What Does Pear White Tea Taste Like?
Bagnoles-de-l’Orne has a delicate rather than overpowering flavour profile.
Expect:
- soft white tea notes
- delicate pear sweetness
- gentle fruity aromas
- subtle dried-fruit richness
- mild green tea freshness
- a restrained hint of cinnamon
- a smooth and silky finish
The pear complements the natural delicacy of Pai Mu Tan particularly well, creating a tea that feels refreshing while remaining soft and rounded.
Pai Mu Tan White Tea
The foundation of the blend is Pai Mu Tan, also known as White Peony.
White tea is processed more gently than many other traditional tea styles, helping preserve its naturally delicate aroma and subtle flavour.
Pai Mu Tan provides the smooth, elegant foundation that allows the pear and fruit notes in this blend to remain noticeable without overwhelming the tea.
A Touch of Chun Mee Green Tea
Alongside the white tea, the blend contains a small amount of Chun Mee green tea.
This introduces an additional layer of freshness and structure to the infusion, balancing the sweeter pear, date and raisin notes.
Together, white and green tea create a more complex cup while retaining the light character expected from a premium white tea blend.
Pear, Dates, Raisins & Cinnamon
The fruit and spice combination is what makes Bagnoles-de-l’Orne particularly distinctive.
Pear provides the main flavour, giving the infusion its elegant fruity character.
Dates and raisins introduce gentle sweetness and roundness.
Finally, cinnamon provides a subtle warming accent rather than turning the tea into a heavily spiced blend.
The result is refined and balanced rather than overly sweet.
How to Brew Bagnoles-de-l’Orne White Tea
White tea benefits from lower brewing temperatures than black tea.
For the best result:
Tea: approximately 2.5 g
Water: 200 ml
Water temperature: 70–80°C
Steeping time: 2–3 minutes
Avoid pouring boiling water directly onto the leaves. Excessively hot water may hide some of the delicate characteristics of white tea.
Brewing a Larger Pot
For approximately 800 ml of tea, use around:
10 g loose-leaf tea
Steep for approximately 2–3 minutes at 70–80°C.
Adjust the amount of tea slightly depending on how strong you prefer your infusion.
When to Enjoy It
This organic pear white tea is particularly suited to:
- quiet morning tea
- afternoon tea
- relaxing daytime breaks
- serving with light desserts
- fruit-based cakes and pastries
- gifting to tea lovers
- exploring premium loose-leaf teas
Its delicate character also makes it an excellent choice for customers moving from conventional tea bags toward higher-quality loose-leaf tea.
