Flat Rate Shipping: $9.5 Worldwide | Ships in 24 hrs | Delivery from 15 days
Subscribe and enjoy 10% off right away

Your cart

Your cart is empty

Continue shopping

Lightly Fermented Tea

Light-fermented teas represent a unique category in Chinese tea, characterized by minimal processing and a gentle oxidation. The most famous among these is white tea, known for its subtle flavors and ability to age gracefully.
These teas originate primarily from Fujian province, where specific varietals and climate conditions contribute to their distinct character. After picking, the leaves are simply withered and dried, preserving their natural essence and allowing for a pure expression of terroir.
In the cup, you'll find light-fermented teas offer a refreshing clarity with delicate floral or fruity notes. The taste is often described as clean and smooth, with a lingering sweetness that becomes more pronounced as the tea ages. It's a gentler experience compared to more robust teas, perfect for those who appreciate nuance.
We particularly enjoy these teas in the morning or during quiet afternoon moments. They're also an excellent choice for those new to tea, as their mild nature is approachable yet still complex enough to reward careful attention.
To brew, use water just off the boil (around 80°C) and steep for 2-3 minutes, adjusting to taste. These teas are forgiving and can be infused multiple times, revealing different aspects of their character with each steeping.
At our shop, we only offer teas that we personally enjoy and drink regularly. Our selection of light-fermented teas reflects our appreciation for their subtle complexity and potential for aging. We hope you'll find as much pleasure in these teas as we do.

22 Results

Clear all

22 Results

Clear all
Front view of Yunnan High Mountain Wild Ancient Tree Shoumei White Tea Cake (2019) with packaging
New

from $8.00

Yunnan High Mountain Wild Ancient Tree Shoumei White Tea Cake – 357g (2019)

from $8.00

In stock

Front packaged view of 2023 Jinggu Yunnan Silver Needle White Tea Cake – Bai Hao Yin Zhen 357g
New

from $18.00

2023 Jinggu Yunnan Silver Needle White Tea Cake – Bai Hao Yin Zhen (357g)

from $18.00

In stock

Front view of Yunnan Jinggu White Peony Tea Cake 357g with original packaging, showcasing the silver-wrapped jade appearance
New

from $10.55

Yunnan Jinggu White Peony Tea Cake 357g – 2024 Spring Harvest

from $10.55

In stock

Bai Mu Dan / White Peony White Tea 白牡丹
Premium Selection
Sale

$35.00 from $10.90 Save up to 25%

Bai Mu Dan / White Peony White Tea 白牡丹

$35.00 from $10.90 Save up to 25%

In stock

2020 Autumn Shoumei Cake Tea Fuding White Tea 2020 Autumn Shoumei Cake Tea Fuding White Tea White Tea Orientaleaf
Sale

$49.95 from $5.25 Save 20%

2020 Autumn Shoumei Cake Tea Fuding White Tea

$49.95 from $5.25 Save 20%

In stock

2023 Shoumei Fuding White Tea 2023 Spring Tea 2023 Shoumei Fuding White Tea 2023 Spring Tea White Tea Orientaleaf
Sale

$63.50 from $6.90 Save 30%

2023 Shoumei Fuding White Tea 2023 Spring Tea

$63.50 from $6.90 Save 30%

In stock

2021 Aged Fuding White Peony Tea Cake - Grade 1 Autumn Harvest (150g)
Sale

$55.00 from $10.50 Save 30%

2021 Aged Fuding Shou Mei Tea Cake - Grade 1 Autumn Harvest (150g)

$55.00 from $10.50 Save 30%

In stock

2016 Aged Shou Mei White Tea mini Cake 2016 Aged Shou Mei White Tea mini Cake White Tea Orientaleaf
Premium Selection

from $4.50

2016 Aged White Peony White Tea Mini Cake

from $4.50

In stock

2015 Aged Second-grade White Peony White Tea Mini Cake 2015 Aged Second-grade White Peony White Tea Mini Cake White Tea Orientaleaf

from $5.50

2015 Aged Second-grade White Peony White Tea Mini Cake

from $5.50

In stock

2022 Bailu Fuding White Tea 2022 Late Autumn Tea 2022 Bailu Fuding White Tea 2022 Late Autumn Tea White Tea Orientaleaf
Sale

$66.00 from $6.75 Save 25%

2022 Bailu Fuding White Tea 2022 Late Autumn Tea

$66.00 from $6.75 Save 25%

In stock

2023 Fuding White Peony Tea Brick (Grade 1, Spring Harvest) - 200g Hand-Pressed Fujian White Tea
Sale

$85.00 from $3.50 Save 30%

2023 Fuding White Peony Tea Brick (Grade 3, Spring Harvest) - 200g Hand-Pressed Fujian White Tea

$85.00 from $3.50 Save 30%

In stock

2023 Fuding Wild-Grown Gongmei White Tea Cake (Grade 1, Spring Harvest) - 100g Cake
Sale

$65.00 from $20.50 Save 15%

2023 Fuding Wild-Grown Gongmei White Tea Cake (Grade 1, Spring Harvest) - 100g Cake

$65.00 from $20.50 Save 15%

In stock

Explore more about tea on our blog

View all posts
Traditional Gongfu tea preparation of Liu Bao Heicha, showing the deep red tea soup being poured from a clay teapot into a porcelain cup for tasting.
  • Liu Bao Tea

How to Brew Liu Bao Tea: A Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking Its "Red, Rich, Aged, Mellow" Character

By WuXiao

A practical yet in-depth guide to brewing Liu Bao tea, covering common mistakes, essential techniques, and multiple brewing methods to fully express this aged Chinese dark tea.

Read more
A close-up view of dark, fermented loose-leaf Aged Liu Bao tea leaves. The image includes text overlay reading "A Guide to Collecting and Understanding Aged Liu Bao Tea: The Art of Time" with Chinese characters "陈年六堡茶指南" and the Oriental Leaf brand logo.
  • Liu Bao Tea

The Art of Time: A Guide to Collecting and Understanding Aged Liu Bao Tea

By WuXiao

A deep dive into the aging art of Liu Bao tea—covering aromas, storage, authenticity, and why time turns this dark tea into a collector’s treasure.

Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Liu Bao Tea: From Ancient History to Modern Mastery
  • Liu Bao Tea

The Ultimate Guide to Liu Bao Tea: From Origins to Aged Flavor

By WuXiao

"Before it became a collector’s tea, Liu Bao was a miner’s daily medicine—and its soul still remembers that purpose." Key Takeaways Liu Bao tea is a post-fermented dark tea from...

Read more
Science-Backed Benefits of Liu Bao Tea
  • Liu Bao Tea

7 Science-Backed Benefits of Liu Bao Tea: A Guide to This Ancient Healing Brew

By WuXiao

Explore the world of Chinese tea through in-depth guides, science-backed insights, and traditional wisdom—covering tea benefits, brewing methods, aging, and mindful tea rituals.

Read more

Confident Shopping with Orientaleaf

Refund Guaranteed

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Flat Shipping Fee

Enjoy worldwide shipping for just $9.5 on every order.

Fast Delivery

Ships within 24 hours, delivery starts from 15 business days.

Customer Support

7×24 Email/WhatsApp customer support
Subscribe & get 10% off now.
14-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Flat $9.5 Worldwide Shipping Door-to-Door – No Hidden Charges
100% Authentic Products

Finewood Global Trade Co., Limited

99 King Fuk Street, Room D07, 8/F, Kai Tak Industrial Building Phase 2, San Po Kong, Kowloon Hong Kong SAR